Humanities Teacher – Citizenship

Smile Education; Oldham; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Smile Education is seeking a qualified Humanities Teacher to deliver Citizenship in a secondary school in Oldham. The role focuses on Citizenship within the Humanities curriculum and involves fostering discussion, critical thinking and high standards of progress.

The successful candidate will hold QTS and have experience teaching Citizenship or related subjects. DBS Enhanced checks, right to work in the UK, and a long-term placement are part of the opportunity, with consultant support provided.

Qualifications

• QTS is essential.
• Experience teaching Citizenship or related Humanities subjects in a UK secondary school is preferred.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Citizenship and related Humanities lessons.
• Plan engaging, well-structured lessons.
• Support pupils in developing discussion, analysis and written responses.
• Adapt teaching for varying abilities, including SEND.
• Maintain strong classroom and behaviour management.
• Assess pupil progress and provide feedback.

Skills

QTS

Education

QTS

Job description

Humanities Teacher – Citizenship

Oldham

£170–£235 per day | Long-term

Smile Education are recruiting for a qualified Humanities Teacher to work within a secondary school in Oldham, with a particular focus on Citizenship.

The Role

As a Humanities Teacher, you will deliver Citizenship alongside related Humanities content across the secondary curriculum. You will support pupils in developing knowledge, discussion skills and critical thinking while maintaining strong classroom routines and high expectations for behaviour and progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Citizenship and related Humanities lessons.
• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons.
• Support pupils in developing discussion, analysis and written responses.
• Adapt teaching for pupils of varying abilities, including SEND.
• Maintain strong classroom and behaviour management.
• Assess pupil progress and provide feedback where required.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Contribute positively to the wider Humanities department.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and school expectations.

Requirements

• QTS is essential.
• Experience teaching Citizenship, PSHE, RE, Humanities, Sociology or a related subject within a UK secondary school is required.
• Experience delivering Citizenship is highly desirable.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills are essential.
• ECTs and experienced teachers are encouraged to apply.
• You must hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain one.
• You must have the full right to work in the UK.

Pay and Benefits

• £170–£235 per day, dependent on experience and responsibilities.
• Long-term opportunity within a secondary school in Oldham.
• Suitable for teachers from a range of Humanities and Social Science backgrounds.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout the placement.

Safeguarding and Compliance

Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will complete full compliance checks, including an Enhanced DBS, Barred List checks, right to work verification, qualification checks and references.

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