Humanities teacher

Humanities Teacher
Location: Cheltenham and surrounding areas
Salary: £120 - £300 per day, depending on experience and the role | Weekly PAYE Pay
Start Date: September 2026
About the Role
Are you passionate about bringing history to life, exploring the world through geography, or inspiring students to think critically about society and culture?
Connex Education is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Humanities Teachers to work in secondary schools across Cheltenham and the surrounding areas from September 2026. We have a range of flexible long-term, short-term, and day-to-day opportunities available to suit your lifestyle and career goals.
Whether you're a qualified teacher, an Early Career Teacher (ECT), a trainee teacher nearing completion of your training, or a graduate with a degree in a Humanities subject and relevant classroom experience, we'd love to hear from you.
Teaching subjects such as History, Geography, Religious Education, or other Humanities disciplines, you'll help students develop curiosity, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of the world while making a lasting impact in the classroom.
Key Responsibilities
• Plan and deliver engaging Humanities lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment where all students can succeed.
• Inspire students through engaging and interactive lessons that develop historical, geographical, and critical thinking skills.
• Assess, monitor, and provide constructive feedback to support student progress.
• Encourage students to develop analytical, research, and communication skills across the Humanities curriculum.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and follow school safeguarding procedures.
Why Join Connex Education?
• Competitive daily rates of pay from £120 - £300 per day, based on previous experience and the role.
• Weekly PAYE pay – no umbrella companies.
• Free access to our Classroom Teacher Toolkit, including over 70 professional development courses.
• Wellbeing programme and refresher training to support you in today's classroom.
• Flexible work to fit around your availability and career aspirations.
• Dedicated support with CVs, applications, interview preparation, and ongoing career development.
Person Specification
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is preferred, but we also welcome applications from:
o Unqualified teachers with strong secondary Humanities teaching experience.
o Trainee teachers due to achieve QTS.
o Graduates with a degree in a Humanities-related subject (such as History, Geography, Religious Education, Politics, Sociology, or Archaeology) who have relevant classroom or teaching experience and are looking to begin their teaching career.
• A genuine passion for Humanities and helping young people achieve their full potential.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding, equality, inclusion, and diversity in education.
Ready to Get Started?
If you're looking for flexible and rewarding Humanities teaching opportunities in Cheltenham and the surrounding areas, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to explore the roles available.
To find out more, contact Michelle at the Bristol office on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).
Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values cultural and religious diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. All applicants are assessed solely on merit.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check