Humanities Academy Teacher

Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club; Lancing; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Humanities Academy Teacher to mentor and guide the next generation of football stars. This role is pivotal in enhancing the teaching experience within a unique educational framework. You will engage with students, uphold high educational standards, and ensure the welfare of young learners. The position offers a supportive environment with a strong commitment to professional development. Join a team that values integrity, excellence, and community spirit while making a meaningful impact in the lives of students. If you are passionate about education and football, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Complimentary breakfast and lunch

23 days holiday rising with length of service

Rewards platform with access to retailers

Enhanced family policies

Access to gym and padel court

Priority access to match tickets

In-house training programme

Exclusive discounts from partners

Qualifications

• Essential to have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience in teaching Humanities.
• Ability to foster strong relationships with education partners.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning experience of the day release programme.
• Exemplify best practices in safeguarding for children and young people.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Teaching Humanities at KS3 and GCSE

Safeguarding practices

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Role: Humanities Academy Teacher

Hours: 21 hours per week, over 2 days

Salary: Competitive

Location: American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing BN15 9FP

Contract Type: Initially a fixed term until 31st May 2025. Starting in September 2025.

Deadline Day: 22nd April 2025

About Brighton & Hove Albion FC

We compete at the highest levels of football on a global stage while embracing our Sussex community spirit. At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to high performance, professional excellence, and making a positive impact.

Mentor the Next Generation of Football Stars

You will play a crucial role in supporting the teaching and learning experience of the day release programme. You will also be responsible for fostering and maintaining strong relationships with our education partners, as well as other relevant stakeholders. A key aspect of this role is safeguarding, where you will exemplify best practices to ensure the welfare of all children and young people.

Your Teaching Background

We are seeking an individual who can serve as a positive role model and uphold high standards in teaching and learning. It is essential that you possess Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and have substantial experience teaching Humanities at KS3 and GCSE levels.

Our Values are Essential to Our Success

Our values serve as guiding principles for how we connect with one another, our fans, partners and sponsors. As a club, we embody these values in everything we do:

1. Treat People Well
2. Exceed Expectations
3. Aim High. Never Give Up
4. Act with Integrity
5. Make it Special

How We Say Thank You

In appreciation for your hard work and dedication, we are pleased to offer you a range of additional benefits, including but not limited to:

1. Complimentary breakfast and lunch at both sites
2. 23 days holiday rising with length of service (pro rata for part time staff)
3. Rewards platform, which includes access to 900+ retailers, a wellbeing centre and more!
4. Enhanced family policies
5. Access to a gym and padel court at our training ground
6. Priority access to match tickets and access to free WSL tickets for 2024/25 season
7. In-house training programme and CPD opportunities
8. Exclusive discounts and benefits from our partners and local businesses

Our Commitment to EDI

We take pride in being an equal opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Our core values foster a strong ethical culture, enabling us to meet the needs of our diverse audience, both on and off the pitch. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage or civil partnership. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please get in contact.

Safeguarding is Part of Everything We Do

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

This position is UK-based and requires proof of the right to live and work in the UK. All job offers are conditional upon background checks, including a full 3-year reference history, DBS checks, and verification of your eligibility to work. Please note, we do not sponsor applicants without the right to work in the UK.