Teacher of Humanities ( FTE)
Start date: Mid-January 2026
Contract: Part-time maternity cover
We are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Humanities Teacher to join a high-performing comprehensive school from mid-January 2026. This FTE maternity cover role is suitable for both Early Career Teachers and experienced educators.
About the School
You will be joining a large, successful 11–18 comprehensive with:
1. Strong outcomes at GCSE and A Level across a broad humanities curriculum
2. A thriving sixth form of almost 300 students
3. A well-established reputation for academic success and inclusive pastoral support
4. A community-orientated ethos with strong links to the local area
The school is regularly recognised in national performance tables for its academic achievement and progress. High expectations are embedded across the school and are underpinned by a values-driven culture that encourages students to be reflective, respectful and ambitious. The school is located within easy commuting distance of Bristol, Gloucester and the wider South West.
The Role
You will teach Humanities across Key Stages 3 and 4, contributing to a curriculum that encourages students to explore historical, geographical, social and cultural perspectives. You will work within a collaborative faculty that values well-designed lessons, strong subject knowledge and clear routines that support student success.
This role is well-suited to someone who:
5. Is passionate about delivering high-quality Humanities teaching
6. Can create an engaging and structured learning environment
7. Builds positive, respectful relationships with young people
8. Values teamwork and contributes proactively to department planning
9. Is committed to both academic progress and wider personal development
Professional Development
The school offers:
10. A comprehensive CPD programme supporting staff at every career stage
11. Opportunities for curriculum development and leadership growth
12. A supportive induction for ECTs
13. Access to broader professional learning networks
Safeguarding Statement
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check, barred list check, prohibition from teaching check, verification of identity and qualifications, employment history checks and online screening in line with statutory guidance.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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