Overview
Spen Valley High School is looking for a Humanities teacher who can instruct both Geography and Religious Studies (RS). The ideal candidate will engage and inspire students with enthusiasm, subject passion, and a commitment to learning that extends beyond the curriculum.
Responsibilities
- Teach Geography and RS lessons to students, promoting academic and personal growth.
- Apply a trauma‑informed, relational approach to behaviour management, creating a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Demonstrate unconditional positive regard, helping students grow academically, socially, and culturally.
- Contribute to the wider life of the school by sharing ideas, collaborating with colleagues, and participating in school activities.
- Adhere to safeguarding policies, including Staying Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and complete an enhanced DBS check.
Qualifications
- Qualified teacher with experience in Humanities subjects, particularly Geography or RS.
- Understanding of trauma‑informed teaching and relational approaches to education.
- Commitment to safeguarding and the welfare of children and young people.
- Successful completion of enhanced DBS, satisfactory references, and completion of safer recruitment checks.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work with colleagues across the Red Kite Teaching School Hub.
- Teachers' Pension Scheme.
- Employee assistance through Kirklees Employee Healthcare.
- Staff supervision (counselling and support services).
- A range of wellbeing activities.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Kirklees Vivup lifestyle benefits package.
Spen Valley High School is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace that recognises the diverse health and wellbeing needs of our staff. This includes being a menopause‑ and endometriosis‑friendly employer and signposting colleagues to wellbeing resources.
Spen Valley is an equal‑opportunity employer. All staff and volunteers are expected to uphold safeguarding responsibilities and act in the best interests of children at all times.
