Job Description
Humanities Teacher / Head of Humanities
Q - Are you a passionate and driven Humanities Teacher with a flair for leadership and pastoral care?
Q - Are you looking for a school that truly champions staff wellbeing, balance and long-term development?
EdEx are partnered with a high-achieving secondary school in Hounslow to recruit an Humanities Teacher who is also ready to step into, or continue in, a Head of Department role. This is a full-time, permanent position starting in September 2026, directly employed by the school (not a supply or fixed-term contract).
This Humanities Teacher / Head of Humanities role is a brilliant opportunity for an ambitious teacher to take on a pastoral leadership role while working within an Outstanding Humanities department. Whether you're an experienced Head of Year or a high-performing Humanities Teacher ready for your first TLR, this school offers the support and CPD to help you thrive.
What's special about the Humanities Teacher / Head of Humanities role and the school its within?
* Excellent behaviour policy - SLT who completely have your back and have a strong centralised behaviour policy
* Wellbeing support - work/life balance and workload management are a big priority, and are the reason the school's retention is so high!
* Lots of room to progress and follow your desired career path!
* Modern school building with state-of-the-art facilities
* Enriched in the local community, with lots of drives benefiting families in the area, and an personal approach to education
The Humanities Teacher / Head of Humanities role would suit someone who wants to genuinely make an impact - both in the classroom and as a pastoral leader. Whether you're looking for a school where your voice matters, where behaviour is managed supportively, or where your work-life balance is protected - this could be the next step for you.
SCHOOL DETAILS - Humanities Teacher / Head of Humanities:
* "Good" graded school with strong, values-led leadership
* Located in Hounslow - excellent transport links
* Celebrated for staff retention and morale
* Pastoral structure is well-established, with collaborative year teams
* Humanities department is high-performing, with consistently strong results
* Open to Humanities Teachers from MPS2 - UPS3
* TLR allowance for Head of Year responsibilities
PERSON DETAILS - Humanities Teacher / Head of Humanities:
* A qualified Humanities Teacher with QTS
* Proven track record of strong classroom practice
* Passionate about whole-child development and positive pastoral care
* Eager to take on leadership responsibilities and progress professionally
* Open-minded, reflective and committed to continuous improvement
* Comfortable contributing to a team ethos and leading a year group with energy and empathy
If this Humanities Teacher / Head of Humanities role sounds like it could be your next chapter, apply today. Your dedicated EdEx consultant will be in touch within 12 hours if shortlisted.
Humanities Teacher / Head of Humanities | Hounslow Secondary School | Permanent Contract
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