Teacher of Humanities
E-ACT Montpelier High School, Bristol, BS6 5RDDeadline is tomorrow
Start date details
ASAP
Closing date
21 October 2026 at 9am
Date listed
19 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
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Subjects
- Humanities, Humanities, Religious education
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full time equivalent salary
- £34,069.00 - £38,400.00 Annually (Actual) Fixed Term Contract - 31.5.2027 - Maternity Cover - M1 - M3
Teacher of Humanities job summary
Job Title: Teacher of Humanities
Are you a passionate Humanities teacher ready to inspire the next generation? E-ACT Montpelier Academy is seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious Teacher of Humanities to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver engaging and challenging lessons, foster a love of learning and support students to achieve their full potential. We are looking for a teacher with high expectations, excellent subject knowledge and a commitment to creating an inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive. The role includes planning and delivering high-quality lessons, assessing and monitoring progress, providing constructive feedback and contributing to the pastoral development of students
Key responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality Humanities lessons that inspire, challenge and engage students, enabling them to make strong academic progress.
- Plan, prepare and assess learning effectively, using assessment information to monitor progress and support achievement.
- Create a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment that promotes excellent behaviour and learning.
- Contribute to the pastoral care and personal development of students, supporting their wellbeing, attendance and success.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and the wider academy community while actively engaging in professional development and academy improvement.
Pay range:
- £34,069.00 - £38,400.00 MPS1 - 3
Qualifications and Skills:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
- Strong subject knowledge within Humanities and the ability to deliver engaging, high-quality lessons.
- Excellent classroom management skills, with high expectations for behaviour, achievement and student engagement.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues and parents.
- A commitment to continuous professional development, teamwork and raising standards for all learners
E‑ACT Montpelier High School - Work Hard, Be Kind, Have Courage
At E‑ACT Montpelier High School, we are proud to be a vibrant and ambitious girls’ academy in the heart of Bristol. As part of the E‑ACT family, we are committed to providing an exceptional education through a rich curriculum, strong pastoral support, and a culture grounded in the values of kindness, hard work, and courage.
Our staff team is passionate about delivering a rich and inspiring curriculum, supporting a diverse community, and nurturing each student’s personal development. This commitment is reflected in our strong academic performance and the impressive GCSE outcomes celebrated across the school.
Are you passionate about making a difference?
We are looking for dedicated, enthusiastic professionals who are excited to contribute to a school that values collaboration, celebrates individuality, and strives for excellence every day. Whether you're inspiring creativity in the classroom or helping shape our wider school community, you’ll be joining a team that truly believes in the potential of every young person.
If you're ready to embark on a rewarding journey within a supportive and forward‑thinking educational environment, we would love to hear from you.
What are we about?
We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and nationally, providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Most recently, E-ACT was named Large Trust MAT of the Year 2026 at the MAT Excellence Awards. Our achievements are further recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, as well as the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024.
E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour. In addition, Greenfields Academy has been designated as a RISE Reception Network Lead School. This is a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence.
Benefits:
Financial and Lifestyle
We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.
Professional Growth and Development
We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.
Culture and Wellbeing
Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.
Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information.
How to apply:
Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application.
E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About E-ACT Montpelier High School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 859 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
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