Humanities Teacher (Geography & History) – ECT Support

Lift Sir Herbert Leon; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured ECT support

Access to Trust-wide subject expertise

Job summary

Lift Sir Herbert Leon is seeking a Humanities teacher to deliver Geography, History, and Religious Studies for 11–16 students. The role emphasizes building curiosity, critical thinking, and strong classroom management within a structured Humanities curriculum.

The post welcomes Early Career Teachers (ECT) and offers structured support, with collaboration across the Trust’s Humanities and RE expertise to share best practices.

Qualifications

• QTS or working towards it.
• Relevant degree or strong subject knowledge in Humanities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, ambitious lessons that build curiosity and critical thinking.
• Teach Geography, linking people, places and environments.
• Teach History across a five-year curriculum covering British and global history.
• Teach Religious Studies at KS3 and KS4, including GCSE content on Christianity and Islam.
• Support students of different abilities to make strong progress.
• Use assessment to identify gaps in learning and adapt teaching.
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom where students feel confident contributing and questioning.
• Contribute to the continued development of the Humanities curriculum.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and take an active part in school life.

Skills

Passion for humanities

High expectations

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

QTS or working towards it

Humanities degree or strong subject knowledge

Job description

Lift Sir Herbert Leon is seeking a Humanities teacher to deliver Geography, History, and Religious Studies for 11–16 students. The role emphasizes building curiosity, critical thinking, and strong classroom management within a structured Humanities curriculum.

The post welcomes Early Career Teachers (ECT) and offers structured support, with collaboration across the Trust’s Humanities and RE expertise to share best practices.