Humanities Teacher

Teacher of Humanities – ECTs welcome

Salary: MPS/UPS (£32,916- £51,048 + SEN1 Allowance (£2,787)

Contract: Permanent, Full-time

We are open to appointing more than one candidate depending on the strengths of applicants.

Start: 1st September 2026

Location: Olsen House School, Merseyside

Olsen House School is seeking to appoint a Teacher of Humanities as part of our continued growth.

Our vision

At Olsen House School, our vision is simple: Dream • Believe • Achieve. As a specialist ASD/SEMH school, we want every student to dream about their future, believe in themselves, and achieve outcomes that prepare them for life beyond school. This vision is underpinned by our values: Be Kind, Be Ambitious, Be Inspired, which shape our relationships, our teaching and our leadership.

About Olsen House School

Olsen House School is a specialist setting for students with Education, Health and Care Plans, with a core focus on autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and associated social, emotional and mental health needs. Many of our students have experienced barriers to learning or disruption to their education, and we respond with calm, structured, autism-responsive practice and exceptionally strong relationships. We believe that students thrive when adults lead with kindness, hold ambitious expectations and inspire confidence and curiosity.

The opportunity

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Teacher of Humanities to join our team. This role would suit a teacher with experience in History, Geography, RE, PSHE or a broader Humanities background. Humanities is an important part of our curriculum and helps students to develop knowledge, curiosity, communication and understanding of the wider world. We are looking for someone who can deliver engaging, well-structured lessons and help students make meaningful progress over time.

You will

• Teach Humanities across KS3 and KS4.
• Plan and deliver a sequenced Humanities curriculum that builds students’ knowledge, understanding and confidence over time.
• Plan engaging, well‑structured lessons with clear routines, modelling and scaffolding that support all learners.
• Use assessment and feedback effectively to improve outcomes over time.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff and therapists to reduce barriers and strengthen progress.
• Contribute to enrichment opportunities and authentic outcomes that enrich students’ understanding of the wider world.

We are looking for someone who

• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with a calm, consistent approach aligned to an ASD/SEND setting.
• Has experience teaching Humanities, for example History, Geography, RE, PSHE or related subjects.
• Understands how to adapt teaching for autistic students (structure, predictability, modelling and supported independence).
• Is values‑led: Be Kind, Be Ambitious, Be Inspired.
• Has high expectations and a commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing.
• We welcome applications from Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and will provide a strong programme of support and development.

Why work for us?

• Competitive salary on MPS/UPS
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Comprehensive induction and high‑quality CPD
• A supportive, visible leadership team and a culture of trust and professionalism
• Staff wellbeing focus and workload‑aware systems
• Benefits including (where applicable): refer‑a‑friend bonus, wellbeing support/EAP, cycle to work scheme, discounts, long service awards

Kedleston Group Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. You will be expected to engage in annual safeguarding training, be familiar with key policies and ensure you know the steps to take should you be made aware of a safeguarding or child protection concern. You will remain vigilant and act swiftly if you have concerns about a child and be an appropriate role‑model for both children and colleagues at all times.

The successful candidate is required to provide references and will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS check. We will ask you to complete a criminal self‑declaration form, and we will conduct online searches for information that is publicly available. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.