Humanities Teacher: Inspire Curiosity. Spark Debate. Shape Future Thinkers

Elementa Support Services; Wales; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible opportunities

CPD & professional development

Job summary

Elementa Support Services is seeking a Humanities Teacher to work with secondary schools across South Wales. You can specialise in History, Geography, Religious Education, or a combination of Humanities subjects, delivering engaging lessons across KS3/KS4 with potential KS5 opportunities.

We are looking for candidates with QTS, strong classroom management, and a passion for inspiring young people. This contract role offers flexible locations and supportive consultancy through your placement.

Qualifications

• Holds QTS (or equivalent).
• Experience teaching Humanities in a secondary school.
• Ability to teach History, Geography, Religious Education, or related subjects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Humanities lessons across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 may be available).
• Inspire students through interactive and inclusive teaching.
• Plan, prepare and assess lessons aligned to the curriculum.
• Encourage critical thinking, discussion and independent learning.
• Create a positive classroom environment where every learner can succeed.
• Monitor progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver outstanding learning experiences.
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and positive behaviour at all times.

Skills

Classroom management

Engaging teaching

Critical thinking

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Humanities Teacher

Type: Contract / Long-term / Supply (depending on availability)
Location: South Wales (various locations available)
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Full-time (part-time considered)
Pay: Paid to scale (MPS/UPS, dependent on experience)

Inspire Curiosity. Spark Debate. Shape Future Thinkers.

Are you a passionate Humanities Teacher who loves bringing history, geography, religion, politics, and the wider world to life? Do you thrive on inspiring young people to ask questions, think critically, and explore different perspectives?

At Elementa Support Services, we're working with a range of welcoming and supportive secondary schools across South Wales who are looking for enthusiastic Humanities Teachers to join their teams. Whether your specialism is History, Geography, Religious Education, or a combination of Humanities subjects, we'd love to hear from you.

This is your opportunity to make a real impact in classrooms where curiosity is encouraged, ideas are challenged, and every lesson helps shape the next generation.

What You'll Be Doing

• Deliver engaging and thought-provoking Humanities lessons across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 opportunities may be available)

• Inspire students through creative, interactive, and inclusive teaching

• Plan, prepare, and assess lessons in line with the curriculum

• Encourage critical thinking, discussion, and independent learning

• Create a positive, supportive classroom environment where every learner can succeed

• Monitor progress and provide constructive feedback to help students achieve their potential

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to share ideas and deliver outstanding learning experiences

• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and positive behaviour at all times

We're Looking For Someone Who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (or equivalent)

• Has experience teaching Humanities within a secondary school setting

• Can teach one or more Humanities subjects confidently

• Has excellent classroom management skills

• Brings energy, enthusiasm, and creativity into every lesson

• Is passionate about helping young people succeed

• Has a strong understanding of safeguarding and inclusive practice

• Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or is happy to apply for one)

• Is registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC), or willing to register

Why Join Elementa?

• Competitive rates of pay, paid to scale
• Flexible opportunities to suit your lifestyle
• Long-term, short-term, and permanent opportunities available
• A dedicated consultant who genuinely gets to know you
• Ongoing support throughout your placement
• Access to CPD and professional development opportunities
• Opportunities to work in fantastic schools across South Wales

Ready to Inspire the Next Generation?

If you're ready to bring the past to life, explore the world with your students, and inspire meaningful discussions that go beyond the classroom, we'd love to hear from you.