Humanities Teacher
| Posting date: | 05 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £130 to £150 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 March 2026 |
| Location: | Abingdon, South East, OX14 3HU |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Class Act Teaching Services |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | MP224571CT5229-A486619-05022026 |
Summary
Humanities Teacher – Full-time, temporary paternity cover role from March 2026
This school provides a positive, well‑structured, and supportive learning environment where pupils benefit from thoughtful teaching, clear routines, and strong pastoral relationships. Leaders work collaboratively with staff to maintain high expectations, ensuring pupils feel safe, engaged, and motivated. Pupils respond well to lessons that encourage curiosity, reflection, and strong personal and academic development.
Duties as Humanities Teacher:
- Teach planned lessons in Philosophy and Religion, Religious Studies, and Sociology
- Deliver high‑quality lessons with no planning or marking required
- Support pupils in developing critical thinking, discussion, and analytical skills
- Maintain consistent behaviour expectations and promote positive routines
- Adapt teaching approaches to meet varied learning needs
- Provide general cover across the school when required
- Collaborate with colleagues to maintain a cohesive curriculum approach
- Uphold safeguarding expectations and prioritise pupil welfare
Ideal Humanities Teacher:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience in Humanities subjects
- Confident delivering Philosophy and Religion, Religious Studies, and Sociology at secondary level
- Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
- Ability to engage pupils in reflective and analytical thinking
- Good communication and organisational abilities
- Flexible, proactive, and committed to supporting pupil progress
- Dedicated to safeguarding and promoting pupil well‑being