Trainee History Teacher

Posted 05 May 2026
Salary £28000 per annum, Benefits: Full training and mentoring provided throughout the Trainee History Teacher programme
LocationBarnet
Job type Permanent
Discipline SupportGraduates & Teacher Training Opportunities
ReferenceV-119437

Job description

Trainee History Teacher | Barnet | September 2026 Start
A Trainee History Teacher opportunity in Barnet, North West London offers an outstanding route into teaching. This Trainee History Teacher role is ideal for a Trainee History Teacher who is passionate about Humanities and looking to begin a structured school-based training pathway.
 
As a Trainee History Teacher, you will join a high-achieving secondary academy in Barnet. The Trainee History Teacher position provides hands-on classroom experience across History and wider Humanities subjects, with full support and mentoring throughout the year.
 
Training Opportunity Overview
  • Full-time Trainee History Teacher role, salaried training position
  • Start date: September 2026
  • £28,000 per annum
  • One-year programme leading to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
  • Teaching History and Humanities across Key Stages 3 and 4
  • Full training and mentoring provided throughout the Trainee History Teacher programme
 
School Environment & Culture
This well-regarded secondary academy in Barnet, North West London is known for strong academic performance, excellent behaviour standards, and a supportive staff culture. The Humanities department is well-resourced and highly collaborative, offering an ideal environment for a Trainee History Teacher to develop.
 
The school places a strong emphasis on staff development, making it an excellent setting for a Trainee History Teacher to gain confidence, classroom experience, and progress towards QTS.
 
What We’re Looking For
  • History or Humanities graduate (2:1 or above preferred)
  • Strong academic background, ideally from a top UK university
  • A or A* in A-Level History or equivalent subject knowledge
  • Passionate about becoming a Trainee History Teacher
  • Confident, motivated, and eager to work with young people
 
Application:
If you are ready to begin your journey as a Trainee History Teacher, please send an up-to-date CV outlining your academic background and interest in teaching.
 
Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Trainee History Teacher role in Barnet. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Trainee History Teacher role.