Job Description: Humanities Teacher
Location: Various locations across the UK
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: £30,000 – £50,000 per annum (dependent on experience and location)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Subject(s): History, Geography, RE, or a combination (KS3–KS5)
About Us
Education World is a recruitment agency run by former school leaders, dedicated to finding the right fit between outstanding teachers and schools across the UK. We work closely with multi-academy trusts, secondary schools, and independent settings to place high-impact educators where they can thrive. We don’t just send CVs — we match values, culture, and potential.
Role Overview
We are currently seeking passionate and knowledgeable Humanities teachers to join schools across the UK for a September 2025 start. Whether you specialise in History, Geography, Religious Education, or a mix of these, we have a variety of roles to suit your expertise. You will inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and an appreciation of the wider world through creative and purposeful teaching.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan and deliver well-structured, engaging lessons in your specialist subject(s) across KS3–KS5 (depending on school requirements).
* Develop students’ understanding of key concepts, encouraging inquiry and debate.
* Assess student progress regularly and use data to inform teaching and support learning.
* Create an inclusive and respectful classroom culture where all pupils feel safe to contribute.
* Collaborate with department colleagues to support curriculum development and whole-school initiatives.
* Take an active role in the wider life of the school, including trips, enrichment, and pastoral responsibilities.
* Uphold safeguarding, behaviour and assessment policies consistently.
Person Specification
Essential:
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
* Degree in a relevant Humanities discipline (e.g., History, Geography, Theology)
* Recent and relevant classroom teaching experience
* Ability to teach at least one Humanities subject to KS4
* Strong subject knowledge and commitment to academic rigour
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Reflective, resilient, and committed to continuous professional development
Desirable:
* Ability to teach more than one Humanities subject
* Experience teaching Humanities at A-level
* Experience working in UK secondary schools
* Willingness to contribute to extracurricular provision and/or trips
What We Offer
* Access to a wide range of school settings across the UK
* Expert job-matching from consultants who understand teaching and leadership
* Interview preparation and onboarding support
* Visa and relocation guidance (for overseas applicants)
* Ongoing CPD, termly check-ins, and pastoral support
* A values-driven approach focused on long-term success and impact
If you are a qualified teacher and are interested in a role, please send your CV to lauren.marshall@education-world.co.uk