Humanities Teacher - Full Time

Academics Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education consultancy is looking for a full-time Humanities Teacher to work at a Pupil Referral Unit in Birmingham starting January 2026. The ideal candidate will have Qualified Teacher Status and experience in delivering Humanities subjects. This rewarding role requires excellent behaviour management and a calm, empathetic approach to support students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. Competitive pay and ongoing support are offered.

Benefits

Supportive leadership team

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Small class sizes

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) and experience delivering Humanities subjects.
• Strong behaviour management skills with pupils having SEMH needs.
• Calm, consistent, and empathetic teaching approach.

Responsibilities

• Support students in an alternative provision setting.
• Deliver Humanities subjects effectively.
• Adapt teaching strategies to meet individual student needs.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)

Strong behaviour management

Empathetic teaching approach

Confidence in handling challenging behaviour

Experience working with SEMH pupils

Job description

Humanities Teacher - PRU Full-Time Long-Term Start Date: January 2026

Are you an experienced Humanities Teacher with the skills and resilience to support young people in an alternative provision setting?

Academics is currently working with a well‑regarded Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) based in Birmingham, who are looking to appoint a full‑time Humanities Teacher from January 2026 on a long‑term basis.

This is a challenging but highly rewarding role, ideal for a teacher who is passionate about working with students who need a different approach to learning and behaviour support.

The Role

• Position: Humanities Teacher (flexibility across History, Geography, RE)
• Start Date: January 2026
• Contract Type: Full‑Time, Long‑Term
• Location: Birmingham
• Setting: PRU – supporting students with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) and experience delivering Humanities subjects
• Strong behaviour management and experience working with pupils with social, emotional or mental health needs (SEMH)
• A calm, consistent and empathetic teaching approach
• Confidence in handling challenging behaviour and adapting teaching strategies to suit individual needs

What the PRU Offers

• A supportive leadership team and dedicated pastoral staff
• Small class sizes and a focus on building relationships
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• The chance to genuinely impact students' lives

Why Work with Academics?

• A dedicated consultant with knowledge of local schools and PRUs
• Competitive rates of pay
• Ongoing support throughout your placement

If you're an experienced Humanities teacher looking for a new challenge and you're passionate about supporting young people who need a fresh start in education, we want to hear from you!