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History and Politics Teacher (Long-Term Cover)

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Posted on Jun 4, 2026 by CV-Library
Blackburn, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Education
Immediate Start
£168 - £232 Daily
Temporary
Location: Blackburn, Lancashire

Salary: Up to £232.57 per day / Equivalent up to MPS 6 (Paid Weekly via Timesheet)

Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term Temporary

Start Date: 1st September 2026 or Sooner

Suitable For: Experienced Teachers & Early Career Teachers (ECT)

Are you an engaging Humanities specialist looking for a substantial long-term placement with the benefit of regular income? We are seeking to appoint a passionate History and Politics Teacher for a highly regarded school community in Blackburn starting 1st September 2026.

This is a full-time, long-term contract role running for a minimum of two terms covering a planned absence. Unlike traditional permanent contracts, this role is processed via weekly timesheets, offering you reliable, prompt weekly remuneration. We welcome applications from experienced professionals looking to secure a top-tier daily rate equivalent up to MPS 6, as well as enthusiastic Early Career Teachers (ECTs) seeking a supportive environment to develop their practice.

What the Role Offers:

Weekly Pay Structure: No waiting for a monthly payroll cycle submit your hours and get paid weekly via secure digital timesheets.

Premium Daily Rates: Scale-linked pay matching your experience, up to the MPS 6 daily equivalent (£220 - £232+ per day depending on final pay model).

A-Level Exposure: Take ownership of an established timetable teaching KS3/KS4 History and KS5 Government & Politics.

Streamlined Administration: Access to dedicated portal support for quick timesheet sign-offs every Friday.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver high-quality, high-impact History lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE).

Plan and deliver the A-Level Government & Politics curriculum, guiding sixth-form students through complex political systems, ideologies, and contemporary global structures.

Maintain accurate tracking, assessment, and marking records in line with department expectations.

Foster an analytical, critical-thinking classroom environment where students feel confident debating and evaluating historical and political events.

Complete timesheets accurately and submit them weekly for prompt payment processing.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent UK recognised teaching qualification.

A relevant degree (History, Politics, International Relations, or standard Humanities pathways).

Strong subject knowledge of current GCSE exam specifications and A-Level Politics boards.

Excellent classroom management and the ability to hit the ground running in an active long-term post.

Reliability regarding administrative tasks, including punctual timesheet submissions.

How to Apply:

If you are an exceptional teacher of History and Politics looking for a premium long-term vacancy with reliable weekly pay in Blackburn, please hit 'Apply Now' to upload your current CV.

All candidates registered for this long-term supply post must hold or be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service and provide complete employment references

Reference: 225203877

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History and Politics Teacher (Long-Term Cover)

CV-Library

Posted on Jun 4, 2026 by CV-Library

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Blackburn, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Education
Immediate Start
£168 - £232 Daily
Temporary
Location: Blackburn, Lancashire

Salary: Up to £232.57 per day / Equivalent up to MPS 6 (Paid Weekly via Timesheet)

Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term Temporary

Start Date: 1st September 2026 or Sooner

Suitable For: Experienced Teachers & Early Career Teachers (ECT)

Are you an engaging Humanities specialist looking for a substantial long-term placement with the benefit of regular income? We are seeking to appoint a passionate History and Politics Teacher for a highly regarded school community in Blackburn starting 1st September 2026.

This is a full-time, long-term contract role running for a minimum of two terms covering a planned absence. Unlike traditional permanent contracts, this role is processed via weekly timesheets, offering you reliable, prompt weekly remuneration. We welcome applications from experienced professionals looking to secure a top-tier daily rate equivalent up to MPS 6, as well as enthusiastic Early Career Teachers (ECTs) seeking a supportive environment to develop their practice.

What the Role Offers:

Weekly Pay Structure: No waiting for a monthly payroll cycle submit your hours and get paid weekly via secure digital timesheets.

Premium Daily Rates: Scale-linked pay matching your experience, up to the MPS 6 daily equivalent (£220 - £232+ per day depending on final pay model).

A-Level Exposure: Take ownership of an established timetable teaching KS3/KS4 History and KS5 Government & Politics.

Streamlined Administration: Access to dedicated portal support for quick timesheet sign-offs every Friday.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver high-quality, high-impact History lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE).

Plan and deliver the A-Level Government & Politics curriculum, guiding sixth-form students through complex political systems, ideologies, and contemporary global structures.

Maintain accurate tracking, assessment, and marking records in line with department expectations.

Foster an analytical, critical-thinking classroom environment where students feel confident debating and evaluating historical and political events.

Complete timesheets accurately and submit them weekly for prompt payment processing.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent UK recognised teaching qualification.

A relevant degree (History, Politics, International Relations, or standard Humanities pathways).

Strong subject knowledge of current GCSE exam specifications and A-Level Politics boards.

Excellent classroom management and the ability to hit the ground running in an active long-term post.

Reliability regarding administrative tasks, including punctual timesheet submissions.

How to Apply:

If you are an exceptional teacher of History and Politics looking for a premium long-term vacancy with reliable weekly pay in Blackburn, please hit 'Apply Now' to upload your current CV.

All candidates registered for this long-term supply post must hold or be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service and provide complete employment references
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Reference: 225203877

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