Humanities Teacher

GSL EDUCATION; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Job Title: Humanities Teacher

Location: Sheffield (S9)

Salary: £155 – £220 per day (Depending on experience)

Start date: Immediate

Contract type: Full-time, Temp-to-Perm

Are you an enthusiastic Humanities Teacher looking for an exciting new role? If so, GSL Education are looking for an engaging and knowledgeable Humanities Teacher to join a well-established secondary school in Sheffield. This role requires strong subject expertise, excellent classroom management skills, and a passion for engaging students in Humanities subjects.

About the Role:

As a Humanities Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering engaging lessons that foster students' curiosity and critical thinking skills. You will support students in developing a strong understanding of historical events, geographical concepts, and cultural perspectives while encouraging independent learning and discussion.

Humanities Teacher Responsibilities:

1. Plan and deliver engaging and thought-provoking Humanities lessons for KS3 and KS4 students.
2. Teach subjects such as History, Geography, and Religious Studies according to the national curriculum.
3. Adapt lesson plans to meet the needs of diverse learners and ensure student progress.
4. Encourage students to develop critical thinking, research, and analytical skills.
5. Monitor and assess student progress, providing constructive feedback and support.
6. Maintain a positive and well-managed classroom environment.
7. Foster a passion for Humanities through creative teaching methods, debates, and project-based learning.
8. Work collaboratively with colleagues to enhance the Humanities curriculum and contribute to department initiatives.

Humanities Teacher Requirements:

1. Must hold UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or have UK teaching experience.
2. A degree in a Humanities-related subject.
3. Experience teaching Humanities in a secondary school setting.
4. Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
5. Strong communication and organisational abilities.
6. Passion for inspiring students and making Humanities subjects relevant.
7. Ability to differentiate teaching methods to support all learners.
8. Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).

What We Offer:

1. Competitive daily pay rates and flexible working opportunities.
2. Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
3. Access to CPD training and professional development opportunities.
4. A fantastic opportunity to gain valuable school-based experience, ideal for those considering a teaching career.

If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate Humanities Teacher ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Sheffield!

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the Humanities Teacher role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.