Location: Greenwich
Salary: £165 - £250 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Long Term
Working Hours: Full-time
Are you a passionate Humanities Teacher with the ability to inspire students across both academic and vocational subjects?
GSL Education London are seeking a dedicated Humanities Teacher to deliver a combination of Health & Social Care and History in a school in Greenwich from September 2026.
The successful Humanities Teacher will be responsible for delivering engaging and well-structured lessons across both subject areas, supporting students according to the curriculum and syllabus. This role requires a teacher who can bring both historical context and real-world health and social care concepts to life, ensuring students remain engaged and motivated throughout their learning journey.
Main Responsibilities of a Humanities Teacher:
Plan and deliver engaging lessons in Health & Social Care and History across relevant key stages.
Support students according to the curriculum and syllabus for both subject areas.
Develop students’ understanding of historical events, social issues, and health-related topics.
Prepare students for assessments, coursework, and examinations.
Assess, monitor, and record student progress, providing regular feedback.
Create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
Differentiate learning to meet the needs of students with varying abilities.
Encourage critical thinking, discussion, and analytical skills.
Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and school staff to support student success.
Requirements of a Humanities Teacher:
Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
Bachelor's or Master’s degree in History, Humanities, Health & Social Care, Education, or a related field.
Experience teaching History and Health & Social Care within schools.
Strong subject knowledge across both disciplines.
Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
Ability to inspire and engage students of all abilities.
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing.
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply via GSL Education.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing a new application.
As an ethical, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the “Humanities Teacher” role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch
Salary description
£165.00 - £250.00 per day