Humanities Teacher Needed In Ellesmere Port

TeacherActive; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education provider in Ellesmere Port is seeking a dedicated Humanities Teacher for a full-time position. The successful candidate will create engaging lessons in History, Geography, and RE for secondary-aged pupils with additional needs. This role emphasizes collaboration with support staff to foster a nurturing environment. In return, competitive pay, ongoing support, and development opportunities are provided to ensure you make a meaningful impact on young peoples' lives.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Access to CPD and development opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with young people with additional learning needs.
• Patience, resilience, and commitment to inclusive teaching.
• Enthusiastic about developing a broad and engaging curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Teach Humanities subjects across KS3 and KS4.
• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons.
• Encourage positive behaviour and engage students.

Skills

Teaching Humanities

Behaviour management

Effective communication

Inclusive teaching

Education

QTS/QTLS

Job description

Humanities Teacher - Specialist Provision

Location: Ellesmere Port

Start Date: January 2026

Contract: Full-time, long-term (with the potential to become permanent)

Overview

TeacherActive are delighted to be supporting a specialist education provision in the Ellesmere Port area who are seeking a skilled Humanities Teacher to join their dedicated staff team.

The provision offers tailored education to secondary-aged pupils who require additional support to fully access learning. Many students have social, emotional and mental health needs, communication differences, or anxiety-related barriers to education. Staff work closely together to create a nurturing, therapeutic environment, with small class sizes, individualised programmes, and a strong pastoral focus. The team are committed to helping young people develop confidence, resilience and a love of learning.

We are looking for a passionate Humanities Teacher who can deliver engaging lessons across subjects such as History, Geography and RE, and who can adapt learning to meet a range of individual needs. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting pupils who benefit from structure, consistency and a relationship-led approach.

Responsibilities

• Teaching Humanities subjects across KS3 and KS4
• Planning and delivering differentiated lessons that engage and inspire
• Using creative approaches to support learning and progress
• Working collaboratively with support staff and pastoral teams
• Encouraging positive behaviour, motivation and classroom engagement
• Supporting learners to achieve personal and academic goals

Qualifications

• Hold QTS/QTLS (ECTs welcomed with relevant experience)
• Have proven experience working with young people who have additional learning or SEMH needs - this is essential
• Be patient, resilient and committed to inclusive teaching
• Have excellent behaviour management and communication skills
• Be enthusiastic about developing a broad and engaging curriculum

What TeacherActive can offer you

• Competitive rates of pay
• A dedicated consultant offering ongoing support and regular check-ins
• Access to CPD and development opportunities
• The chance to make a lasting impact within a supportive environment

If you are an experienced Humanities Teacher seeking a fulfilling and meaningful new role, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please send your CV to TeacherActive today, or get in touch for more information.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services