Location: Portsmouth
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Long-Term
Pay Rate: £168 – £232 per day (dependent on experience)
About the Role
Are you an inspiring Humanities Teacher with a passion for bringing History, Geography and Religious Education to life?
Supply Desk is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic teacher to join a welcoming secondary school in the Portsmouth area.
This long-term opportunity is ideal for a teacher who enjoys encouraging curiosity, critical thinking and discussion while delivering engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4. Whether you're an experienced teacher or an ECT looking to begin your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver engaging Humanities lessons across KS3 and KS4.
Plan and adapt lessons to meet the needs of all learners.
Inspire students to develop analytical, evaluative and independent thinking skills.
Assess, monitor and support student progress.
Maintain a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment.
Work collaboratively with colleagues to contribute to the success of the Humanities department.
Uphold the school's safeguarding policies and high expectations for behaviour and achievement.
Candidate Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
Experience teaching Humanities within a secondary school setting.
Strong subject knowledge across one or more Humanities disciplines.
Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
A creative and engaging teaching style.
Strong communication and organisational skills.
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
What the School Offers
Competitive daily pay of £168–£232, depending on experience.
Long-term opportunity with potential for a permanent position.
A welcoming and supportive Humanities department.
Access to excellent teaching resources and ongoing CPD.
A positive school culture with a strong focus on staff wellbeing and student achievement.
How to Apply
If you're ready for your next Humanities teaching opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
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Job Types: Full-time, Long-term
Pay: £168.00–£232.00 per day
Benefits
Company pension
Free parking
On-site parking
Referral programme
Ongoing CPD and training
Dedicated consultant support
Work Location: In person
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment procedures
Salary description
£168.00 - £232.00 per day