Humanities Teacher

Humanities Teacher

Location: Tower Hamlets
Salary: £165 - £265 per day
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Long Term, Part Time (2 days a week)

GSL Education London Branch is excited to offer an excellent opportunity for an experienced Humanities Teacher to join a welcoming girls’ secondary school and sixth form in Lewisham. This is a long-term, part-time position starting in September 2026, ideal for a dedicated Humanities Teacher who enjoys teaching both Geography and History.

This vibrant school is looking for a passionate Humanities Teacher who can deliver engaging lessons and help students achieve their full potential. The successful Humanities Teacher will become part of a supportive department that values creativity, high standards, and excellent teaching.

If you are an enthusiastic Humanities Teacher with strong subject knowledge and a commitment to student success, this could be the perfect role for you. The school offers a positive learning environment and excellent support for staff development.

Responsibilities of the Humanities Teacher:

Teach Geography and History across KS3 and KS4, with the opportunity to teach at KS5.
Plan and deliver engaging and well-structured lessons.
Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
Assess, monitor and support students’ academic progress.
Prepare students for internal and external examinations.
Use a variety of teaching strategies to meet the needs of all learners.
Work closely with colleagues and contribute to departmental activities.
Maintain high standards of behaviour and classroom management.

Requirements for the Humanities Teacher:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification.
Previous experience working as a Humanities Teacher in UK secondary schools.
Strong knowledge of Geography and History curricula.
Ability to motivate and inspire students of different abilities.
Excellent communication and organisational skills.
A commitment to promoting high standards of teaching and learning.
An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.
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 an enhanced DBS on the update service. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.

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