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Humanities Teacher

The Eastwood Academy, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, SS9 5UU

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• Job start date

  1 January 2026

• Closing date

  21 November 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  11 November 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subject: Humanities
• Working pattern: Full time, part time
• Contract type: Fixed term - Two terms
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS

What skills and experience we're looking for

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Learning

• Plan and deliver engaging, adaptive lessons aligned with the KS3 and KS4 curriculum.
• Encourage courage in humanistic thinking, helping pupils take intellectual risks and embrace challenges.
• Create a respectful and inclusive classroom environment that promotes resilience, curiosity, and a love for learning.
• Set homework and classwork that reinforces learning and prepares pupils for assessments.

Assessment & Progress

• Monitor pupil progress through formative and summative assessments.
• Mark work positively providing constructive, progressive feedback
• Provide timely, constructive feedback with compassion and clarity.
• Support pupils in overcoming barriers to learning with tailored interventions and encouragement.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work collaboratively with colleagues, modelling respect and professional integrity in all interactions.
• Communicate effectively and empathetically with parents/carers regarding pupil progress and wellbeing.
• Contribute to school-wide initiatives, enrichment activities, and cross-curricular projects.

Safeguarding & Welfare

• Uphold the school’s safeguarding policies and promote the welfare of all pupils.
• Respond sensitively to pupil needs, demonstrating compassion and professional judgement.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment.

Professional Attributes & Skills

• Ability to deliver consistently ‘outstanding’ lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Strong subject knowledge of the secondary Humanities curriculum, including GCSE content.
• Demonstrates integrity in decision-making and professional conduct.
• Models’ courage in embracing innovation and reflective practice.
• Maintains high standards of trust and accountability.
• Effective delegation and monitoring skills.
• Excellent listening and interpersonal abilities.
• Sensitivity in handling staff and pupil concerns.
• Adaptability to curriculum changes and evolving educational practices.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and modelling resilience in the face of challenges.

What the school offers its staff

What we offer

• Comprehensive CPD programme, coaching, and leadership development pathways both internally and externally
• Wellbeing-focused initiatives and workload support
• Opportunities to innovate, collaborate, and lead change
• A vibrant school community that celebrates diversity and teamwork
• The backing of a progressive multi-academy trust

• Reduced marking, centred around whole-class feedback and 3 key assessment points in the year
• A bounty of resources, lessons and bespoke workbooks to support workload

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Inspire the next generation of History

Eastwood Academy is seeking a passionate, innovative Humanities Teacher to join our outstanding team. Whether you are an experienced educator or an Early Career Teacher (ECT), this is your opportunity to thrive in a high-performing, forward-thinking environment that values both academic rigour and personal growth.

Why choose Eastwood Academy?

• Ofsted-rated 'Outstanding' - A school with a proven track record of exceptional progress and achievement
• High-performing Humanity Department - Collaborative team with consistently excellent GCSE results
• Supportive Leadership - A culture that prioritises professional development, innovation, and wellbeing
• Inclusive and Aspirational - Built on mutual respect, high expectations, and continuous improvement
• Exceptional Facilities - Including access to our on-site gym and swimming pool

Commitment to safeguarding

Shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search to help identify information that is publicly available online which the Academy might want to explore with the candidate at interview. Further, we are fully committed to safeguarding and the successful candidate will be expected to undertake the appropriate pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS and Barred List check.

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Upload additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Personal Statement JD for Humanities.docx - 17.7 KB (opens in new tab)

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About The Eastwood Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1143 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Eastwood Academy website
• Email address: teve@eastwood.southend.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01702 524341
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-eastwood-academy

Our trust is built on the values of Nurture Potential, Unite Community, Empower Success, and Champion Tenacity. These values guide every decision we make and are at the heart of our partnership with Eastwood. Together, we create an environment where pupils are inspired to thrive, staff are valued and empowered, and families feel a genuine sense of belonging and pride.

The Eastwood Academy has long been a beacon of aspiration and achievement. Its continued success reflects the dedication of its staff, the curiosity and talent of its pupils, and the unwavering support of its wider community. As part of Tenacitas Trust, Eastwood benefits from a strong network of collaboration, shared expertise, and strategic support, all designed to help the school maintain high standards and continually move forward.

We are committed to providing every pupil with the very best experience each day, nurturing not only academic excellence but also confidence, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning. At Tenacitas Trust, we celebrate progress and strive for success with tenacity, and it is this spirit that underpins our partnership with The Eastwood Academy. Tenacitas Trust is committed to promoting equality and diversity in the workplace. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search to help identify information that is publicly available online which the Academy might want to explore with the candidate at interview. Further, we are fully committed to safeguarding and the successful candidate will be expected to undertake the appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and Barred List check.

Arranging a visit to The Eastwood Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email teve@eastwood.southend.sch.uk.

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