Humanities teacher

Job Description

Humanities Teacher (SEMH Provision)

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full-time, temporary or permanent positions available

Location Bedford, MK44

Salary: M1-M6, dependent on experience

Join Our Dedicated SEMH Team

We are seeking an enthusiastic, resilient, and compassionate Humanities Teacher to join our small specialist provision for students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs from September 202, currently have 6-10 students on roll.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people who require a nurturing, supportive, and highly personalised approach to education. Our small class sizes, strong pastoral support, and collaborative team enable staff to build meaningful relationships and help students achieve both academically and personally.

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Teach Humanities subjects (History, Geography, and/or Religious Studies) across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that meet a wide range of learning and emotional needs.
• Foster positive relationships that support student engagement, attendance, and achievement.
• Contribute to the development of an inclusive and therapeutic learning environment.
• Work closely with pastoral staff, families, external agencies, and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Support students in developing confidence, resilience, and readiness for adulthood.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Has experience teaching Humanities at secondary level.
• Understands, or is willing to develop expertise in, SEMH and trauma-informed practice.
• Demonstrates excellent classroom management and relationship-building skills.
• Has high expectations for all learners and a commitment to inclusion.
• Is adaptable, patient, and passionate about helping vulnerable young people succeed.

We Can Offer:

• Small class sizes and a supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development in SEMH, behaviour, and therapeutic approaches.
• A committed and experienced staff team.
• Strong leadership and ongoing coaching and support.
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on students' lives and futures.

Safeguarding

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and pre-employment safeguarding checks in line with statutory guidance.

How to Apply

To apply, please complete an application form and submit a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% 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.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.