Job Description

Humanities Teacher - Wellingborough

Location: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity
Salary: Competitive daily rates, dependent on experience
Agency: Tradewind Recruitment

Are You a Passionate Humanities Teacher Looking for Your Next Opportunity?

Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and dedicated Humanities Teacher to work within a secondary school in Wellingborough.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Humanities Teacher or Early Career Teacher (ECT) who is passionate about inspiring young people and helping them understand the world around them.

We are looking for someone who can deliver engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, covering subjects such as History, Geography and Religious Education, depending on their specialism.

The successful candidate will encourage students to think critically, explore different perspectives and develop a deeper understanding of historical events, geographical issues, cultures and societies.

The Role

As a Humanities Teacher, your responsibilities will include:

  • Planning and delivering engaging Humanities lessons across KS3 and KS4.

  • Teaching subjects such as History, Geography and/or Religious Education, depending on your specialism.

  • Developing students' critical-thinking, research and analytical skills.

  • Encouraging discussion, debate and independent learning.

  • Supporting students with GCSE preparation and examination techniques.

  • Differentiating lessons to meet the needs of students with varying abilities.

  • Assessing progress and providing constructive feedback.

  • Identifying gaps in learning and delivering targeted support where needed.

  • Maintaining positive classroom behaviour and high expectations.

  • Creating an inclusive and stimulating learning environment.

  • Working collaboratively with the wider Humanities department.

  • Following school safeguarding policies and procedures.

What Are We Looking For?

We would love to hear from candidates who:

  • Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an appropriate recognised teaching qualification.

  • Have experience teaching Humanities within a secondary school, including relevant teaching placements.

  • Have strong subject knowledge in History, Geography, Religious Education or another Humanities specialism.

  • Are confident teaching across Key Stages 3 and 4.

  • Have experience preparing students for GCSE examinations.

  • Can plan creative, engaging and differentiated lessons.

  • Have effective classroom and behaviour management skills.

  • Can build positive relationships with students and colleagues.

  • Are enthusiastic, organised and committed to student achievement.

Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are encouraged to apply, alongside experienced Humanities Teachers looking for their next opportunity.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

When you work with Tradewind Recruitment, you'll benefit from:

  • Competitive daily rates of pay, dependent on experience.

  • Full-time, long-term teaching opportunities.

  • Potential opportunities for permanent employment.

  • A dedicated recruitment consultant providing ongoing support.

  • Access to secondary schools across Wellingborough and surrounding areas.

  • Free CPD and professional development opportunities.

  • Free access to The National College after your first day worked.

  • Ongoing guidance and support throughout your placement.

  • Opportunities to develop your teaching career.

Apply Today!

If you're a passionate Humanities Teacher looking for your next opportunity in Wellingborough, we'd love to hear from you!

Whether your specialism is History, Geography or Religious Education, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive difference to students' learning and development.

To apply or find out more, please send your CV to Hannah at hannah.mcmillan@twrecruitment.com.

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and relevant employment checks.