Role: Teacher of Humanities (RE/History)
Area: Essex
Start: January 2025
Contract: Fulltime, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS, Dependent on experience
A highly respected Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teacher of Humanities to join the permanent staff team of their growing and improving secondary school in Essex. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed educator to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people while contributing to the continued success of a thriving school.
About the School
This forward-thinking secondary school, part of a well-regarded MAT, has a strong reputation for fostering excellence in education and promoting an inclusive, supportive learning environment. The school is on a positive trajectory of improvement, underpinned by strong leadership and a culture of collaboration and innovation.
The Role
The successful candidate will:
- Deliver engaging and inspiring lessons in Humanities, with a focus on Religious Education (RE) and History.
- Play an integral role in supporting the Humanities department’s continued growth and success.
- Foster a passion for learning and critical thinking in students.
- Contribute to the school’s ethos of high expectations and academic excellence.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will:
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent, with a degree in a relevant discipline.
- Have a proven track record of teaching RE and/or History at Key Stages 3 and 4, with experience at Key Stage 5 desirable but not essential.
- Demonstrate strong subject knowledge and a passion for Humanities.
- Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
- Exhibit excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
- Show a willingness to contribute to extra-curricular activities and the wider school community.
- Be dedicated to their own professional development and continuous improvement.
What’s on Offer
- A permanent role with a competitive salary, aligned to the teacher pay scales.
- Opportunities for career progression within a growing MAT.
- Access to high-quality professional development and training.
- A supportive and welcoming team environment.
- State-of-the-art facilities and resources to support effective teaching and learning.
The MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
For consideration, please apply directly to this advertisement with an up-to-date copy of your CV, highlighting your relevant work experience.
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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