Teacher of Humanities (Humanities) - Tewkesbury Academy
Tewkesbury
Grade £32,916 - £51,048 (M1 to UPS3)
Allowances (Not applicable)
Hours Full Time
Contract Permanent
Closing Date: 04/05/2026
Interview Date: TBA
Start Date 01/09/2026
Job Title: Teacher of Humanities
Full Time Equivalent Salary: £32,916 - £51,048 (M1 to UPS3)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 32.5 hours per week
Provisional Start Date: 01 September 2026 (Subject to completion of pre-employment checks)
Your opportunity to deliver inspiring Humanities teaching and shape the next generation of curious, informed young people
We are searching for an inspirational Teacher of Humanities driven by a passion for outstanding teaching and meaningful learning experiences. Through your subject expertise, you will help deliver a curriculum that encourages students to explore people, places and past events, while broadening their perspectives and future horizons. Our focus on high standards, a vibrant curriculum and excellent teaching, empowers young people to grow into capable, curious and socially aware young adults.
About you
You will be:
A qualified teacher, or hold an equivalent teaching qualification, with strong subject knowledge in Humanities (e.g. History, Geography, Religious Education, or related disciplines).
Able to deliver the Humanities curriculum confidently, teaching high-quality lessons across relevant key stages and fostering curiosity, critical thinking and a genuine love of Humanities learning.
Skilled in meeting the needs of learners from identified groups, including pupil premium, looked-after children, SEND, EAL, and high-attaining students, ensuring that all pupils can access and excel within the curriculum.
A strong communicator who embraces change, motivates colleagues, and builds positive, supportive relationships with students, staff and parents.
Able to recognise, value and support opportunities beyond the classroom, contributing to enrichment activities such as fieldwork, cultural visits, clubs, thematic projects and wider experiences that deepen students’ Humanities understanding.
Empowered to develop your own expert practice while supporting the growth and collaboration of others within the Humanities team and the wider academy.
Highly competent across all areas of the Teachers’ Standards, with substantial and sustained achievements if applying for a role on the Upper Pay Scale.
Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior to submitting an application.
About Tewkesbury Academy:
Tewkesbury Academy is an exciting place to learn and work within Gloucestershire with just over 1,000 pupils and 160 colleagues. We serve the distinctive town of Tewkesbury and surrounding villages, with its renowned historical, musical and ecological festivals each year.
The sense of community and connectedness is strong at the academy, as is support from the wider business community, and this is reflected in the plethora of personal development opportunities at the school.
Being ready, respectful and responsible is a key tenet of life at Tewkesbury Academy, where we provide a calm and supportive environment and expect commitment and hard work from students and staff alike to ensure that they feel supported and challenged to produce their best.
Why CLF?
We are a diverse and inclusive community of 36 academies across five cluster regions in the South West that is committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but we’re all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.
We are an equal opportunity employer and proud to serve a diverse student population and our communities. We strongly believe that representation matters and so encourage applications from underrepresented and global majority groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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