Humanities Teacher & Head of Year. Job in Ealing Education & Training Jobs

EDEX; Ealing; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Humanities Teacher to take on a pivotal Head of Year role in a high-achieving secondary school. This full-time, permanent position offers a unique opportunity to influence both classroom dynamics and pastoral leadership, backed by a supportive leadership team and a strong focus on staff wellbeing. With excellent facilities and a commitment to professional development, this role is ideal for educators eager to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a balanced work-life environment. If you're ready to thrive in a collaborative and values-led setting, this could be your next career step.

Benefits

Wellbeing support

Professional development opportunities

Strong behaviour policy

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Qualified Humanities Teacher with QTS and strong classroom practice.
• Eager to take on leadership responsibilities and ensure positive pastoral care.

Responsibilities

• Lead a year group while promoting positive behaviour and pastoral support.
• Contribute to a collaborative team ethos within a high-performing department.

Skills

Classroom Management

Pastoral Care

Leadership

Team Collaboration

Continuous Improvement

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in Humanities

Job description

Humanities Teacher & Head of Year

Q - Are you a passionate and driven Humanities Teacher with a flair for leadership and pastoral care?
Q - Are you looking for a school that truly champions staff wellbeing, balance and long-term development?

EdEx are partnered with a high-achieving secondary school in Ealing to recruit a Humanities Teacher who is also ready to step into, or continue in, a Head of Year role. This is a full-time, permanent position starting in September 2025, directly employed by the school (not a supply or fixed-term contract).

This Humanities Teacher & Head of Year role is a brilliant opportunity for an ambitious teacher to take on a pastoral leadership role while working within an Outstanding Humanities department. Whether you're an experienced Head of Year or a high-performing Humanities Teacher ready for your first TLR, this school offers the support and CPD to help you thrive.

What's special about the Humanities Teacher & Head of Year role and the school it's within?

• Excellent behaviour policy - SLT who completely have your back and have a strong centralised behaviour policy.
• Wellbeing support - work/life balance and workload management are a big priority, and are the reason the school's retention is so high!
• Lots of room to progress and follow your desired career path!
• Modern school building with state-of-the-art facilities.
• Enriched in the local community, with lots of drives benefiting families in the area, and a personal approach to education.

The Humanities Teacher & Head of Year role would suit someone who wants to genuinely make an impact - both in the classroom and as a pastoral leader. Whether you're looking for a school where your voice matters, where behaviour is managed supportively, or where your work-life balance is protected - this could be the next step for you.

SCHOOL DETAILS - Humanities Teacher & Head of Year:

• "Good" graded school with strong, values-led leadership.
• Located in Ealing - excellent transport links.
• Celebrated for staff retention and morale.
• Pastoral structure is well-established, with collaborative year teams.
• Humanities department is high-performing, with consistently strong results.
• Open to Humanities Teachers from MPS2 - UPS3.
• TLR allowance for Head of Year responsibilities.

PERSON DETAILS - Humanities Teacher & Head of Year:

• A qualified Humanities Teacher with QTS.
• Proven track record of strong classroom practice.
• Passionate about whole-child development and positive pastoral care.
• Eager to take on leadership responsibilities and progress professionally.
• Open-minded, reflective and committed to continuous improvement.
• Comfortable contributing to a team ethos and leading a year group with energy and empathy.

If this Humanities Teacher & Head of Year role sounds like it could be your next chapter, apply today. Your dedicated EdEx consultant will be in touch within 12 hours if shortlisted.

Humanities Teacher & Head of Year Ealing Secondary School Permanent Contract

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