Teacher of Humanities

Shorefields; Vange; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive academy in the UK is looking for a passionate Teacher of Humanities to join their team. The successful candidate will primarily teach History and Geography to Key Stage 3 students and play a pivotal role in fostering an inclusive learning environment. Opportunities for professional development and leadership are available within a supportive structure. The role offers a full-time permanent position with immediate start and aims to inspire students to achieve their potential.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive learning environment

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching History and Geography to Key Stage 3 and 4.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding practices.
• Ability to contribute to a positive educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach Key Stage 3 History and Geography at Lower Academy.
• Engage students to foster exceptional progress.
• Participate in professional development opportunities.

Skills

Ability to engage and motivate students

Knowledge of History and Geography

Commitment to safeguarding

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 30/03/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: tbc

The Basildon Academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to DBS and health checks.

Due to continued growth in student numbers, we wish to appoint an exceptional Teacher of Humanities.

Position Available: April 26 or sooner

Our academy operates across two sites. The Lower Academy specialises in the teaching of our Key Stage 3 students, whilst The Upper Academy specialises in teaching Key Stage 4 and 5.

The appointed candidate will begin their BA journey at the Lower Academy and will primarily teach History and Geography. Please specify your experience on your application form.

We pride ourselves on being a truly inclusive academy and this is actively underpinned by our motto 'Aspire Believe Achieve'.

The Academies offer staff tailored and effective support to meet their professional development needs, ensuring they are provided with opportunities that challenge them at a high level. All staff take ownership of their own learning journey and are given opportunities to reflect on their own practice, as well as supporting others through being members of Teacher Learning Communities. There is an open-door culture that encourages teachers to 'drop in' on colleagues, therefore promoting good practice within the schools. We are dedicated to the SSAT Embedding Formative Assessment CPD programme for the next two years, while also supporting staff in advancing their expertise and leadership through a variety of internal and external programmes, including the complete range of NPQ courses. Our strong track record demonstrates our success in developing staff from ITT to Headship.

Pupils say that everyone is valued here and treated with respect. Pupils appreciate the guidance and support that the school gives them to be the best they can be. Upper Academy, 'Good' Ofsted 2023

If you can engage, motivate and challenge students to make exceptional progress, then please download and complete our application form and return it to our Recruitment & Cover Coordinator, Olivia Faustino [e-mail]

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications or are able to fill the position faster than originally anticipated.

Information about the School

The Basildon Academies is focused upon developing the whole child; our curriculum has been developed to enable our students to develop their knowledge, understanding and skills so that they will become lifelong learners. This includes opportunities for linguistic, mathematical, scientific, technical, human, social, physical and artistic learning so that students make progress in a wide range of subjects.

We set high expectations of all our students and this, in turn, ensures we create a positive climate for learning in which every student can reach their full potential. Our Academy is a calm, orderly and purposeful environment where students enjoy their learning, make good progress and feel safe.

Our Sixth Form is a major part of the academy with the structure modelling itself on developing independent learning skills like those seen in universities which allows students to continue their studies in their specialist subject areas. Students are very much encouraged to become mature adults being engaged in many aspects of the life of the academy which further develops those much needed skills to go on into university or the world of work.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.