Humanities Teacher
Watling Academy, Crownhill, Milton Keynes
Humanities Teacher
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Watling Academy, Crownhill, Milton Keynes
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted today, 14 Nov | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: ce3c8dc6220e435fbcb45752d4210d39
Full Job Description
TEACHER OF HUMANITIES
Salary - MPS1 (£31,650) to UPS3 (£49,084)
Commencing - September 2025
Are you passionate about promoting the study of Humanities subjects within the curriculum? Can you create opportunities for students to critically explore and debate global issues?
The Role
Watling Academy is seeking an inspiring Humanities Teacher to join our team and foster a love for learning across the History, Geography and Religious Education. As a Humanities Teacher at Watling Academy, you will:
· Deliver engaging lessons across the Humanities curriculum, covering key topics in History, Geography and Religious Education, to help students develop a broad understanding of the world.
· Foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment where students feel motivated to explore, question and engage with the subjects in a meaningful way.
· Encourage critical thinking and analysis by guiding students through historical events, geographical concepts and the exploration of religious beliefs and practices, helping them understand their relevance in today's world.
· Support the development of key skills such as research, evaluation and argumentation, ensuring students can apply these abilities in both theoretical and practical contexts.
· Be a key part of our supportive team, collaborating with colleagues to deliver an engaging and enriching curriculum that meets the needs of every student.
About Watling Academy
Watling Academy is an Ofsted 'Outstanding' secondary school situated on the western edge of Milton Keynes, encompassing the Whitehouse and Fairfields developments. Opening in September 2020, our school is a new and vibrant learning community for students aged 11-18. We are excited to open the Watling Academy Sixth Form to our first cohort of Year 12 students from September 2025, which will provide further educational opportunities. Our core values of Respect, Responsibility and Kindness embody the 'Watling Way' and are integral to the way we interact, learn and grow together as a community.
For more information about our school, please explore our website: www.watling.academy
Learn more about why you should join us by downloading the attached Watling Academy Recruitment Pack
About The Denbigh Alliance
The Denbigh Alliance Trust is driven by our mission of Care, Education and Opportunity. We prioritise care by ensuring that no student or staff member ever feels anonymous. Everyone is recognised, valued and supported, creating a strong sense of belonging within our community. Our commitment to education is reflected in our proven track record of academic success, consistently outperforming both Milton Keynes and national averages. We offer opportunity through supportive and dynamic learning environments, where every student can thrive and be well-prepared for future success in higher education or employment. For staff, we offer extensive opportunities for professional development and progression within our growing network of schools, empowering you to advance your career within a united, forward-thinking Trust.
As a Maths Hub, Computing Hub and SCITT, we are recognised as leaders in raising educational standards both within our Trust and in the schools we support. We are proud to appoint motivated, highly qualified staff who thrive in a culture where collaboration and the spirit of partnership are central to everything we do.
The Denbigh Alliance is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.
E-mail: hr@thedenbighalliance.org.uk
Headteacher: Mrs Helen Fry
Closing date for applications: 28th November 2024, 9am
Watling Academy is an Ofsted 'Outstanding' secondary school situated on the western edge of Milton Keynes, encompassing the Whitehouse and Fairfields developments. Opening in September 2020, our school is a new and vibrant learning community for students aged 11-18. We are excited to open the Watling Academy Sixth Form to our first cohort of Year 12 students from September 2025, which will provide further educational opportunities. Our core values of Respect, Responsibility and Kindness embody the 'Watling Way' and are integral to the way we interact, learn and grow together as a community., The Denbigh Alliance Trust is driven by our mission of Care, Education and Opportunity. We prioritise care by ensuring that no student or staff member ever feels anonymous. Everyone is recognised, valued and supported, creating a strong sense of belonging within our community. Our commitment to education is reflected in our proven track record of academic success, consistently outperforming both Milton Keynes and national averages. We offer opportunity through supportive and dynamic learning environments, where every student can thrive and be well-prepared for future success in higher education or employment. For staff, we offer extensive opportunities for professional development and progression within our growing network of schools, empowering you to advance your career within a united, forward-thinking Trust.