At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver engaging Humanities lessons and foster an inclusive learning environment.
- Company: Progressive school in Bexley focused on student potential and achievement.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, support from experienced consultants, and a caring team.
- Other info: Ideal for both ECTs and experienced teachers looking to grow.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' lives in a rewarding teaching environment.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience in UK classrooms required.
Tradewind Recruitment are proudly working alongside a progressive and vibrant school in the London borough of Bexley in their hiring of a talented, temporary teacher of Humanities from September 2026. The school takes pride in focusing on raising the aspirations and releasing the potential of every young person in its care.
In 2019, 60% of the school's students in year 11 achieved five or more GCSE 9-4 grades, including at least a 4 in English and a 4 in Mathematics. Their Progress 8 score was 0.018. At A level in 2019, 96% of the grades were A*-E with 30% at A*-B and 63% at A*-C. Similarly, high levels were achieved in Level 3 BTEC qualifications. Under the arrangements for Summer 2021 examinations, students in Years 11 and 13 continued to make very good progress. Their flourishing Sixth Form offers a wide range of courses at AS and A2 level, as well as vocational level 2 and 3 courses. This helps demonstrate that this is a prestigious and rewarding place to teach.
In return, the school seeks a committed and talented teacher of Humanities to take their students through this critical time of the year until the end of the academic year. Humanities teachers from a History, Geography or Religious Education background are all encouraged to apply. The overriding criteria the school's senior leadership team are looking for are well-qualified, motivated and innovative teachers who are committed to raising achievement and have the capacity to make a real contribution to the work of a supportive and continually improving school. The ability to teach across the age and ability range is required. The post would suit either a Humanities ECT or a more experienced teacher of Humanities. If you are a talented Humanities teacher with a consistent teaching history that has been independently observed, then Tradewind Recruitment would like to hear from you today.
Essential Criteria
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and UK classroom experience
- Ability to adapt teaching methods to a range of subjects and learning styles
- Strong classroom management skills and a commitment to student wellbeing
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Flexibility and willingness to take on different roles within the classroom
- UK driving licence (desirable)
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging lessons across a varying range of subjects to students in line with the school curriculum
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that meets the needs of all students
- Collaborate with existing staff to ensure continuity and support for students
- Assess and monitor student progress, providing constructive feedback to enhance learning outcomes
- Uphold the school's values and policies, promoting respect and a positive attitude among students
Benefits offered
- Competitive Rates of Pay paid through PAYE
- An experienced Consultant who is also an ex-teacher with knowledge and expertise of the needs of Secondary teachers
- Caring, dedicated and committed team
HUMANITIES TEACHER REQUIRED FOR SEPTEMBER 2026 in London employer: Tradewind Recruitment
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