Teacher of Humanities (History, Geography & RE)

Location: Manchester

Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

School Type: Secondary School & Sixth Form (Co-educational)

An Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ secondary school in Manchester is seeking an articulate, versatile, and passionate Teacher of Humanities to join their vibrant Humanities faculty. This is a brilliant opportunity for an ambitious educator, whether a seasoned subject specialist looking to teach across multiple disciplines or an energetic Early Career Teacher (ECT), to cultivate global awareness, critical thinking, and cultural literacy across a curious and enthusiastic student body.

About the Role

As a Teacher of Humanities, you will deliver dynamic, interconnected learning experiences spanning History, Geography, and Religious Studies. Teaching primarily across Key Stage 3 and specializing in your core discipline at Key Stage 4 (GCSE) and Key Stage 5 (A-Level), you will guide students through historical inquiries, geographical spatial analysis, ethical debates, and global perspectives, helping them make sense of our complex, interconnected world.

• Start Date: Immediate or upcoming term

• Environment: A flagship co-educational secondary school celebrated for academic rigor, strong community engagement, and stellar student progress outcomes

• Culture: A collegiate, intellectually stimulating department supported by dedicated subject leads, rich digital resources, and an encouraging leadership team

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative, high-impact Humanities lessons across Key Stage 3 (History, Geography, RE) and specialist GCSE/A-Level courses that build critical analysis, evidence evaluation, and analytical writing skills.

• Prepare students thoroughly for national examinations using data-driven progress tracking, targeted feedback routines, and structured exam technique guidance.

• Embed diverse perspectives, local history, sustainability concepts, and contemporary global affairs into the core curriculum to broaden students' horizons.

• Assess, track, and monitor pupil progress, delivering actionable interventions to stretch high attainers while building confidence in developing scholars.

• Lead or contribute to departmental enrichment, including geography fieldwork, heritage visits, philosophy and debate clubs, and local environmental projects.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognized teaching credential.

• A strong academic degree in History, Geography, Religious Studies, Philosophy, or a closely related Humanities discipline.

• Proven track record or demonstrated capability of delivering outstanding Humanities teaching across Key Stage 3, with expertise in leading a specialist subject at Key Stage 4/5.

• Thorough understanding of national curriculum requirements and examination board specifications (e.g., AQA, Edexcel, OCR).

• Exceptional classroom presence, strong questioning techniques, and an infectious enthusiasm for global, historical, and ethical inquiry.

Salary & Benefits

• Pay Scale: Main / Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS national pay scale, commensurate with experience), with potential TLR opportunities available for key stage coordination or cross-curricular initiatives.

• Comprehensive continuous professional development (CPD), structured mentoring programmes, and clear pathways for rapid career advancement in an Outstanding school environment.

How to Apply

If you are an ambitious, creative, and inspiring Humanities specialist ready to make a lasting impact at an Outstanding secondary school in Manchester, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application as soon as possible for consideration.