Humanities Teacher

Olympus Academy Trust; West of England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free onsite parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Abbeywood Community School in Bristol seeks an enthusiastic Humanities Teacher to join our collaborative team on a fixed-term maternity cover from January 2027 to 31 December 2027. The post is 0.8 FTE (4 days per week) and part of the Olympus Academy Trust family.

You will ideally teach RS to KS3/KS4, contribute to curriculum development and work with colleagues to deliver engaging learning experiences across all year groups. ECTs with RS qualifications are welcome.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering Religious Studies to KS3/KS4.
• Ability to contribute to curriculum development across the Humanities
• A passion for humanities and collaborative working

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Religious Studies lessons across KS3/KS4.
• Contribute to innovative curriculum development within the Humanities team.
• Support maternity cover and collaborate with colleagues to raise student attainment

Skills

Teamwork

Curriculum development

RS subject knowledge

Education

QTS / RS teaching qualification

Job description

# Humanities TeacherEmployer: Abbeywood Community SchoolLocation: Bristol, South GloucestershireContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Part TimeContract Length: Fixed term 31.12.27 or soonerSalary: Teachers Main pay or Upper payPosted: 22nd October 2026Expires: 3rd November 2026 08:00 AMStart Date: 1st January 2027Job ID: 1581086Suitable for: ECT (NQT) GraduatesJob Reference: ACS/HTPT/01.27* Share :* Print**Location:** Abbeywood Community School**Post:** Humanities Teacher**Contract type:** Part time (0.8 FTE / 4 days per week)**Pay Scale:** MPS to UPS per annumAbbeywood Community School is excited to announce a wonderful opportunity for an exceptional Humanities Teacher to join our vibrant and collaborative Humanities team. This is a Fixed term position, to cover maternity leave, beginning January 2027. This position will end on 31st December 2027 or sooner should the post holder return early.We would strongly encourage applications from individuals who would be able to teach RS to KS3 or KS4. There is a strong, enthusiastic network of Humanities Teachers across the Olympus Academy Trust who meet regularly to develop curriculum and share resources. We would also encourage applications from ECT's with RS qualifications.The post holder will be passionate about humanities and will be able to deliver exciting and engaging opportunities for learning across all year groups. They should have a strong sense of team work, a willingness to contribute to innovative curriculum development and a desire to improve their own and the faculty’s practice.Abbeywood is part of a large and successful family of schools. The Olympus Academy Trust (OAT) is a partnership of schools, currently comprising nine South Gloucestershire schools; one all-through, three secondary and five primary academies. There are plentiful opportunities for cross Trust CPD as part of this role.**Our Philosophy as an Employer**Our overarching aim and vision is for our schools to deliver an exceptional education for children and young people, ensuring that students have access to the highest standards of teaching, resources and learning opportunities.We are ambitious for our academies. We live in a demanding educational landscape that brings with it challenges, but also opportunities. We are excited by the opportunities for talented and inspirational educators to make an impact and create a powerful legacy.We seek applicants for our roles who can align with our vision and have the talent, drive and determination to deliver that vision successfully. We support all our schools with our leadership and management, school improvement, legal, financial, administrative, admissions, marketing, premises, safeguarding and HR expertise.We think our roles are tremendously exciting ones to perform supported by the expert Olympus team. We are inspired by our academies’ journey and consider it a great privilege to design and develop a 21st century school education. We will be very interested to hear your ideas and aspirations too. We are looking for staff who will deliver an exceptional education for the young people in our care.**Benefits**• Pension Scheme• Annual pay progression opportunities• Cycle to Work Scheme• Corporate membership of Bristol Zoo Project at reduced rates• Free onsite parking• Coaching/Counselling services• Termly and annual staff recognition and awards scheme• Employee Assistance Programme**Closing date: 08:00 am - Tuesday 3rd November 2026****Date of Interviews: as soon as possible**The Olympus Academy Trust – Abbeywood Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants will be required to undergo security and vetting processes appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure & Barring Service. We have a suite of safeguarding procedures, policies and guidance for all of our staff and volunteers to ensure we actively promote children and young people’s welfare and safety. Moreover, as part of the safer recruitment process we will carry out online searches as part of the recruitment process. Details of online accounts will be requested at application stage.We apply Equal, Diversity and Inclusion at all stages of recruitment and selection. We carry out shortlisting, interviewing and selection without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Those with disabilities meeting the minimum requirements for the post will be shortlisted and will make reasonable adjustments to ensure they are not disadvantaged during the interview process. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, as they are under-represented within the Trust.We offer the opportunity of flexible working patterns where possible to assist with a work/life balance and welcome applications from people wishing to work on a part-time or job share basis for all roles including full time. We are happy to discuss flexible working from day one*Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Applications*We recognise that candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools when preparing their application. The Trust does not prohibit the use of AI; however, any use must be appropriate and must not undermine the principles of safer recruitment, as set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education (Part 3). Applications must be an honest and accurate reflection of your own experience, skills, values, and suitability to work with children and young people.Our recruitment processes are designed to assess personal suitability, integrity, and safeguarding understanding. Any inconsistencies between application information, references, and interview responses may be explored further. Providing misleading or misrepresented information may result in an application being withdrawn or an offer of employment being rescinded.### AttachmentsLocationOAT Welcome Pack### Safeguarding Statement:*The Olympus Academy Trust - Abbeywood Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff, volunteers and candidates for vacant posts are expected to share this commitment. Suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. Where given permission to do so, references will be requested for shortlisted candidates prior to interview. Candidates attending an interview should expect the interview panel to explore issues relating to safeguarding and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to vetting, including an enhanced DBS check.*