Humanities Teacher (History/Geography/RS)

📍 Location: Hornchurch, Essex
📅 Start Date: Immediate Start
💼 Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
💰 Salary: MPS/UPS (Outer London)

About the School

We are a high-achieving and inclusive secondary school located in the heart of Hornchurch, with a strong reputation for academic excellence and pastoral care. Our Humanities faculty is a well-established, collaborative department with a track record of strong outcomes at GCSE and A-Level. We pride ourselves on fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and a deep understanding of the world among our students.

The school benefits from excellent transport links across Essex and into London, making it easily accessible for staff.

About the Role

We are seeking an inspiring and committed Humanities Teacher to join our successful department. The role offers the opportunity to teach across Key Stages 3 and 4.

The successful applicant will be passionate about their subject, able to engage students of all abilities, and committed to raising attainment through high-quality teaching and learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and challenging lessons across the Humanities curriculum (History, Geography, and/or Religious Studies)
• Differentiate teaching to meet the needs of all learners, including SEND and high-attaining students
• Assess, record, and report on student progress in line with school policies
• Contribute to the development of schemes of work and departmental resources
• Maintain high expectations of behaviour and achievement in line with the school's ethos
• Act as a form tutor, supporting the academic and personal development of students
• Participate in enrichment opportunities such as field trips, clubs, and revision sessions
• Engage in whole-school initiatives and contribute to the wider life of the school

Person Specification

Essential:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• A degree in a Humanities-related subject
• Experience teaching Humanities at KS3 and KS4
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for Humanities education
• Excellent classroom management and organisational skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare

Desirable:

• Ability to teach a Humanities subject at A-Level
• Experience with GCSE exam specifications (e.g. AQA, Edexcel, OCR)
• Evidence of contributing to curriculum development
• Experience working with diverse student populations