Teacher of Humanties and Cover

Rossett School, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG2 9JP

17 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  November 2026

• Closing date

  12 October 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  23 September 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (717)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE) Salary In line with national payscales

Teacher of Humanties and Cover job summary

Fixed term to 31st August 2027. Full time. Monday - Friday.

This is a fixed-term opportunity created to provide additional capacity and support wider curriculum delivery across the school.

Discover Curriculum at Rossett School HERE

We are seeking a full-time Teacher of Humanities on a fixed-term basis to join our secondary school. Whilst the role will primarily focus on Humanities, the successful candidate will also support teaching and learning across other subject areas as required, helping to provide a broad, engaging and inclusive curriculum for our students.

We are looking for a passionate, adaptable and reflective practitioner who believes in the potential of every young person. You will create positive learning experiences that recognise and build on students' individual strengths, interests and needs, helping them to develop academically, socially and personally.

The successful candidate will value strong relationships and understand the importance of creating learning environments where students feel safe, respected, included and able to participate confidently. Working collaboratively with colleagues, parents, carers and external professionals, you will play an important role in supporting student progress, wellbeing and successful outcomes.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative school community where high aspirations, inclusive practice and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.

About our School

At Rossett School our journey begins with shared values that create a warm, welcoming community where everyone feels truly accepted and valued. These values nurture kindness, respect, and positive relationships, inspiring each of us to grow into the best version of ourselves. We are proud that Ofsted recognised our school’s ethos, stating that 'a culture of kindness and respect is the hallmark of everyday routines.' This reflects the commitment of our staff, students, and wider community to creating a supportive and nurturing environment every single day.

We’re proud to offer a thoughtful, innovative curriculum that combines rich knowledge with the latest technology. Our dedicated teachers warmly engage and support every learner, helping them discover their potential and preparing them confidently for life beyond the classroom.

Learning here goes beyond academics, with a wide range of enriching activities that spark curiosity, build character, and celebrate each student’s unique talents—all within a safe, calm, and caring environment.

Our behaviour approach is built on clear, consistent expectations that help students focus and thrive, supported by compassionate pastoral care that ensures everyone gets the right support at the right time.

We are proud to be part of Red Kite Learning Trust, enabling us to draw on all the support and expertise this offers. A partnership that opens doors to new opportunities, inspiring growth, development, and limitless potential for both our students and colleagues alike.

Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

• Generous benefits, rewards and discounts: Full details HERE
• Flexible working options: We support work-life balance and are open to exploring suitable arrangements
• Supportive environment: We prioritise respect, equality, diversity, and well-being
• Community culture: Collaboration and generosity are at the heart of our team
• Professional development: We invest in your growth at every stage of your career

For more about Rossett School, click the ‘view our careers page’ button.

About You

To be a good fit for this role, you will be:

• Passionate about Humanities and committed to helping all students explore, understand and make connections between people, places, cultures and events
• Skilled in creating inclusive learning environments that recognise and build on students' individual strengths, interests and ways of learning
• Adaptable and reflective in your practice, using a range of approaches to engage learners and support progress across the secondary age range
• A collaborative and supportive team member who builds positive relationships with students, colleagues, parents and carers, contributing to a culture where everyone feels valued, respected and able to thrive

Next Steps

Let’s Connect: We would love to speak to you to answer any questions you might have about this role or our school. To arrange a convenient time to speak in person, or visit us ahead of applying, please email Anne Alderman at hr@rs.rklt.co.uk.

Adjustments: Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment process, please include these within Part Two of our application form under the section ‘Disability and Accessibility’.

Applicant Guidance: Red Kite Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer which welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to promoting diversity and want a workforce which reflects the local population of each of our schools. Our recruitment guidelines and privacy notice for applicants can be found HERE.

Ready to Apply: If you have all the info you need, click APPLY NOW to start your application.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage early submission. We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed.

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.

Commitment to safeguarding

Rossett School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and equality and diversity in all aspects of employment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

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.

About Rossett School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 785 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Rossett School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/rossett-school

Rossett is an 11-18 mixed comprehensive school which proudly serves the Harrogate community. We have high aspirations for every child and endeavour to achieve success for everyone.

This is an exciting time to join Rossett as we move forward and we have recently become part of the Red Kite Learning Trust - this partnership provides further opportunities for growth and development, securing a stronger future for our school.

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