Job Description

Humanities Teacher (History, Geography & RE)
Location: Grays, Essex
Key Stages: KS3 & KS4
Contract Type: Maternity Cover
Start Date: September 2025

About the Role:
We’re supporting a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Grays that is seeking a well-rounded and passionate Humanities Teacher to join their team on a long term basis from September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to teach a blend of History, Geography, and Religious Education to students across KS3 and KS4.The school is looking for someone who can inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and global awareness in their students, while contributing positively to the wider school community and a strong Humanities faculty.

Key Responsibilities:
• Teach History, Geography and RE across KS3 and KS4
• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons in line with curriculum expectations
• Support and stretch learners of all abilities
• Prepare students for assessments and GCSE examinations
• Collaborate with the Humanities department to develop curriculum resources
• Contribute to the wider school ethos and extracurricular opportunities

Requirements:
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching Humanities subjects in a UK secondary school
• Strong subject knowledge across History, Geography, and RE
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills
• A proactive, flexible and inclusive teaching approach

Why Join This School?
• Friendly and supportive teaching environment
• Well-established Humanities department
• Leadership team that values staff wellbeing and professional development
• Convenient location in Grays with great transport links

How to Apply:
If you’re a passionate Humanities Teacher looking for a new opportunity from September 2025, we’d love to hear from you!Please contact Casey at Local Education:
casey@localeducation.co.uk