Humanities Teacher

Smile Education; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Education are recruiting a Humanities Teacher to join a secondary school in Cannock. The role involves planning and delivering engaging Humanities lessons across KS3 and KS4, with a focus on History, Geography or Religious Studies.

You will foster an inclusive environment that encourages curiosity and independent thinking. The post requires experience in UK secondary education, strong subject knowledge, and the ability to inspire students while maintaining high standards of behaviour.

Qualifications

• Experience managing diverse classes in a UK secondary school.
• Strong communication with students, colleagues and parents.
• Demonstrates flexibility, reliability and professionalism in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver Humanities lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teach History, Geography or Religious Studies as part of the Humanities curriculum.
• Create an inclusive learning environment that promotes curiosity and independent thinking.
• Differentiate lessons to meet SEND needs.
• Assess pupils and provide constructive feedback to support progress.
• Prepare students for GCSE examinations where required.
• Maintain high expectations and positive classroom behaviour.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support the department’s success.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Professional approach

Education

Humanities teaching qualification or ECT status

Job description

Smile Education are currently recruiting for a Humanities Teacher to join a secondary school in Cannock.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a school committed to providing an ambitious and academically broad education. Students are encouraged to challenge themselves, develop their confidence and character, and achieve their full potential.

The school has high expectations for both staff and students and provides a supportive environment where students are encouraged to develop a genuine interest in their learning and prepare for their future.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering engaging Humanities lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teaching subjects such as History, Geography or Religious Studies.
• Creating an inclusive learning environment that encourages curiosity and independent thinking.
• Differentiating lessons to meet the needs of all students, including those with SEND.
• Assessing and providing constructive feedback to support progress.
• Preparing students effectively for GCSE examinations where required.
• Maintaining high expectations and positive classroom behaviour.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to support the wider success of the department.

The School Are Looking For

• Humanities ECTs or fully qualified Humanities Teachers.
• Experience teaching within a UK secondary school.
• Strong knowledge of the Humanities curriculum.
• GCSE teaching experience in History, Geography or Religious Studies is desirable.
• A genuine passion for Humanities and the ability to inspire students.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• A flexible, reliable and professional approach.

Why Work With Smile Education?

Smile Education are education specialists with a proven track record of supporting both experienced teachers and those beginning their careers.

We offer access to a wide range of teaching opportunities, training and CPD, alongside ongoing support from a dedicated consultant. We work with a number of well-established schools across Cannock and the surrounding areas, helping teachers find opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals.

Safeguarding

Smile Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be expected to undertake the necessary compliance checks, including Prohibited List, Barred List, DBS and qualification checks.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.