Job Description

Humanities Teacher | Blackburn Alternative Provision

Location: Blackburn, Lancashire

Salary: Paid to Scale (MPS/UPS) - Competitive Daily Rates

Working Pattern: Part-Time (Days Negotiable)

Contract: Qualified or Unqualified (Experience-led)

Ignite Curiosity. Inspire Change.

Are you a Humanities Teacher who believes that every child deserves a world-class education, regardless of their background? We are looking for a specialist to join our Alternative Provision in Blackburn to deliver engaging lessons in History, Geography, and RE.

Whether you are a Qualified Teacher (QTS/QTLS) or an Unqualified Teacher with significant subject mastery and a passion for social mobility, we offer a platform where you can truly innovate.

The Role & Impact

In an Alternative Provision (AP) setting, you aren't just following a curriculum; you are rebuilding a student's relationship with learning.

  • Small Group Mastery: Teach Humanities to small cohorts of students who have struggled in mainstream education.

  • Flexible Curriculum: Adapt your delivery to meet the diverse Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs of our learners.

  • Part-Time Balance: We value work-life balance and are offering this role on a part-time basis, with specific days to be discussed at interview.

  • Fair Pay: We believe expertise should be rewarded. This role is Paid to Scale, ensuring your remuneration reflects your experience and impact.

What We Are Looking For

  • Subject Passion: A deep love for Humanities and the ability to make it relevant to young people in Blackburn.

  • Resilience: The ability to connect with "hard to reach" students and maintain a positive, calm classroom.

  • Adaptability: Experience a strong desire to learn-working with SEMH, trauma-informed practices, or behavioural challenges.

  • Local Commitment: A dedicated professional who wants to make a difference in the Lancashire community.

Why Join Our Blackburn Provision?

  • Paid to Scale: We match your current pay scale to ensure a seamless transition.

  • Therapeutic Environment: Work in a setting that priorities the holistic wellbeing of both staff and students.

  • Professional Growth: Access to specialist SEND and AP training that you won't find in mainstream schools.

Ready to Make Your Mark?

If you have the heart for Alternative Provision and the head for Humanities, we want to hear from you.

APPLY NOW to submit your interest for this Blackburn vacancy, or call Christina on 01772 977 333 or email christina.grindy@twrecruitment.com for more information.