Teacher of Humanities (Mainly History with Citizenship, Geography & PRE)

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Hertswood Academy is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Humanities to join our vibrant faculty. This role will predominantly focus on delivering engaging, high-quality History lessons, alongside teaching key elements of Citizenship, Geography and PRE.

As a Teacher of Humanities, you will play a central role in inspiring students to understand the world around them, explore past events, and engage as active citizens. You will be responsible for planning and delivering well-structured lessons in accordance with the National Curriculum and school schemes of work, adapting teaching to meet the diverse needs of all learners.

In addition to your subject teaching, you will assume responsibility for a form group, providing vital pastoral guidance, supporting personal development, monitoring attendance, and contributing to PSHE and digital literacy education.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Learning: Plan, deliver, and assess well-structured History, Citizenship, Geography and PRE lessons that inspire and challenge students across assigned age groups.

Student Progress: Monitor student outcomes, adapt teaching strategies to support all ability levels, and maintain high standards of learning and behaviour.

Faculty Contribution: Collaborate with colleagues, contribute to subject action plans, and support faculty improvement initiatives.

Pastoral Care: Serve as a Form Tutor, delivering PSHE, supporting personal development, and fostering strong professional relationships with pupils and parents.

Professional Standards: Adhere strictly to Teachers’ Standards, statutory safeguarding guidance (e.g., Keeping Children Safe in Education, Prevent), and whole-school policies.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Experience:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Relevant degree in History, Humanities, or a related field

Skills & Knowledge:

Strong subject and National Curriculum knowledge in History, with the ability/adaptability to teach Geography, Citizenship and PRE

Proven understanding of effective teaching, learning, and assessment strategies

Ability to adapt instruction to support diverse learning needs and secure positive outcomes

Effective behaviour management strategies creating a safe and positive learning environment

Good ICT skills to support student learning

Thorough knowledge of statutory safeguarding requirements

Personal Qualities:

High expectations for all pupils' attainment, progress, and wellbeing

Excellent communication, organizational, and prioritisation skills

A strong commitment to promoting equality, diversity, inclusion, and the ethos of the school

Why Join Us?

Join a supportive department focused on staff development and continuous professional training.

Make a direct impact on young people’s physical literacy, health, and lifelong love for sport.

Work in modern facilities within a school committed to equality, diversity, and student welfare.

Important Information

Safeguarding Note: Hertswood is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for this post.

Equal Opportunities: Hertswood is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Early applications encouraged: We reserve the right to appoint prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is found.