Humanities Teacher | Independent Secondary School | Tower Hamlets

Teacher of Humanities

Location: Tower Hamlets

School Type: Secondary School & Sixth Form (Co-educational)

A vibrant culturally rich and forward-thinking secondary school located in the heart of Tower Hamlets is seeking a passionate inspiring and adaptable Teacher of Humanities to join their flourishing Social Sciences department. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious educatorwhether an experienced practitioner or a talented Early Career Teacher (ECT)looking to bring History Geography and Religious Studies to life within a diverse supportive and academically driven community.

About the Role

As a Humanities Teacher you will ignite curiosity about global societies historical events geographic phenomena and ethical frameworks. You will teach across Key Stage 3 with the opportunity to specialize and teach your primary discipline (History Geography or Religious Education/Philosophy) at Key Stage 4 (GCSE) and Key Stage 5 (A-Level).

• Start Date: Immediate or upcoming term

• Environment: A bustling modern community school celebrated for its inclusive ethos rich diversity and commitment to global citizenship

• Culture: A collaborative welcoming and progressive workplace supported by a dedicated leadership team and well-resourced departmental facilities

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging high-impact Humanities lessons across KS3 fostering critical thinking source analysis and spatial awareness.

• Teach your primary subject specialism at GCSE and A-Level preparing pupils thoroughly for national examinations (e.g. AQA Edexcel OCR).

• Incorporate diverse multicultural perspectives and contemporary local/global issues into the curriculum to make learning relevant and inspiring.

• Assess track and evaluate student progress providing targeted feedback to stretch high attainers and support developing learners.

• Contribute to departmental enrichment including field trips historical visits model UN debates and humanities clubs.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognized teaching credential.

• A strong academic background with a degree in History Geography Religious Studies Philosophy or a related Humanities discipline.

• Proven track record or demonstrated capacity to deliver outstanding Humanities teaching across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (KS5 experience is desirable).

• Thorough knowledge of the national curriculum for Humanities and exam board specifications.

• Excellent classroom management communication and interpersonal skills with a passion for helping students explore the world around them.

Salary & Benefits

• Pay Scale: Inner London MPS/UPS pay scale (commensurate with experience) with potential TLR opportunities available for suitable candidates.

• Extensive continuous professional development (CPD) tailored mentoring and clear pathways for career progression within a progressive school community.

How to Apply

If you are an energetic creative and inspiring Humanities specialist ready to make a lasting impact in a brilliant Tower Hamlets school we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application as soon as possible for consideration.