Teacher of Humanities

Accrington Academy; Accrington; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best pay in sector

three extra INSET days

one paid personal leave day each year

Flexible working available

Enhanced parental leave

Health cash plan

Employee wellbeing programmes

Free flu vaccines

Job summary

Accrington Academy in England is seeking a Humanities Teacher who can deliver engaging and innovative lessons to inspire pupils of all abilities and create a positive classroom environment.

You will be an experienced teacher with Qualified Teacher Status, or an early career teacher with potential to be an exceptional practitioner, collaborating with colleagues and contributing to department and school development. The academy, part of United Learning, offers outstanding professional development.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status required with strong classroom practice.
• Evidence of delivering good to outstanding lessons.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and innovative humanities lessons.
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment.
• Contribute to department development and school community.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Behaviour management

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

This role requires a dynamic educator who can deliver engaging and innovative lessons to inspire pupils of all abilities and create a positive and inclusive classroom environment. The successful candidate will be committed to bringing out ‘the best in everyone’, enabling all students to achieve their full potential. The role will also involve contributing to the ongoing development of the department and the wider school community. We are looking for a collaborative professional who is dedicated to high standards of teaching and learning and who will play an active part in the continued success of the school.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Humanities Teacher to join our team. In our friendly and welcoming school, with supportive colleagues and engaged students, you will have the opportunity to make a real impact on our academy and on the lives of the students we serve.

We offer excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression within a supportive and collaborative environment.

You will be an experienced teacher with Qualified Teacher Status, who consistently delivers good to outstanding lessons, or an early career teacher with the potential to be an exceptional practitioner. You will have strong interpersonal skills, sound behaviour management skills and have the highest expectations for what our pupils can achieve. Above all, you will be committed to helping every child fulfil their potential and to bringing out ‘the best in everyone’ and playing an active role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils.

Accrington Academy is part of United Learning, a growing group of schools whose aim is to provide excellent education to children and young people across the country. We are committed to ensuring our employees feel valued, supported and rewarded. As part of United Learning, we offer opportunities and a benefits package beyond that of an individual school.

We’re proud to offer ‘more pay, more time, and more support’.

Benefits

• the best pay in the sector
• three extra INSET days dedicated to planning and professional development
• one paid personal leave day each year during term time
• Flexible working is available where roles allow
• enhanced parental leave
• access to a health cash plan (following 6 months’ service)
• employee assistance and wellbeing programmes
• free flu vaccines

We place a high priority on developing our staff. Every employee benefits from a supportive annual review process with a tailored programme of personal development. We also facilitate a wide range of professional networks, enabling colleagues to collaborate, share best practice and learn from colleagues in similar roles.

We are committed to supporting your wellbeing. Further information about our rewards and benefits can be found at - www.unitedlearning.org.uk/careers/rewards-and-benefits.