Humanities Teacher

We're on a mission to give our colleagues an amazing work/life balance!Humanities TeacherLocation: Belmont Secondary School, Rossendale, Lancashire, BB4 6RXSalary: Up to 39,000 (depending on experience, not pro rata)Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to FridayContract: Permanent, Term Time OnlyStart: November 2025Please note: UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.Are you ready to spark curiosity, inspire learning, and make a lasting impact?At Belmont Secondary School, were passionate about creating opportunities for young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and were looking for a dedicated Humanities Teacher to help us on this mission.About the RoleSet in the heart of beautiful Rossendale, Lancashire, Belmont is a growing school where creativity, compassion, and commitment come together. With our exciting Key Stage 4 Humanities qualification pathway, youll have the opportunity to shape meaningful learning experiences and empower pupils to discover the world and themselves through History, Geography, RE, and beyond.What Youll DoThis isnt just another classroom role its a chance to teach differently and make every lesson count.Youll:Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons in your Humanities specialism (History, Geography, RE, or related areas)Lead the development of our new KS4 Humanities qualification pathwayUse your subject to build confidence, curiosity, and connection in every learnerCreate a safe, inclusive, and inspiring classroom where all pupils can thriveCollaborate with passionate colleagues who truly care about making a differenceSupport each pupils emotional wellbeing alongside their academic progressWho Were Looking ForWere searching for a changemaker someone who brings passion, patience, and purpose to their teaching.Youll need:Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)Full UK Driving LicenceSpecialism or strong experience in Humanities subjectsA deep belief that every young person deserves opportunity and choiceProven ability to manage challenging behaviour with empathy and consistencyExcellent planning, organisational, and communication skillsA flexible, can-do attitude and a willingness to learn and growBonus points if you have:Experience working in SEMH, ASC, or alternative provision settingsExperience supporting pupils from disadvantaged or challenging backgroundsA proven track record of raising engagement and achievementApply today and start your journey with Belmont Secondary School, where every lesson can change a life.About usBelmont Schoolis a Social andEmotionalMental Health(SEMH)School which caters for boys and girls aged 10 - 18 years of age. Weprovide young peoplewith an educational experience that will not only extend theiracademicandvocationalsocial skills and abilities but will also promote personal growth and help to build self-esteem. In this way it is hoped that each individual will aspire to achieve their full potential, eventually leaving school with the determination to make a positive contribution to society in the years to come.The aim of the school is to provide enough support to unlock each pupils potential so they can live fulfilling and productive lives. We provide young people with as much freedom as possible in a safe and supervised environment. This is achievable due to the dedication and support from a range of employed professionals who are passionate, reliable, and understanding.Acorn Education is the UKs leading independent provider of specialist education. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the fifth year running.Why join Acorn Education?We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so youll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.BenefitsYour health and wellbeing are important to us, so youll get an exceptional reward package including:Life AssurancePension scheme with options to increase your contributionsYour Wellbeing Matters access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checksAnd a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package thats right for you, including:A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits100s of discount options valid in the UK and abroadCycle to Work SchemesElectric Car Purchase SchemeCritical illness coverFamily Growth Support -inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.#1

Created: 2025-10-28