Humanities Teacher

About Olsen House School

Olsen House School is a specialist setting for students with Education, Health and Care Plans, with a core focus on autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and associated social, emotional and mental health needs. Many of our students have experienced barriers to learning or disruption to their education, and we respond with calm, structured, autism-responsive practice and exceptionally strong relationships. We believe that students thrive when adults lead with kindness, hold ambitious expectations and inspire confidence and curiosity. Our vision: Dream • Believe • Achieve. Values: Be Kind, Be Ambitious, Be Inspired.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Teacher of Humanities to join our team. This role would suit a teacher with experience in History, Geography, RE, PSHE or a broader Humanities background. Humanities is an important part of our curriculum and helps students to develop knowledge, curiosity, communication and understanding of the wider world.

You will:

• Teach Humanities across KS3 and KS4.
• Plan and deliver a sequenced Humanities curriculum that builds students’ knowledge, understanding and confidence over time.
• Plan engaging, well-structured lessons with clear routines, modelling and scaffolding that support all learners.
• Use assessment and feedback effectively to improve outcomes over time.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff and therapists to reduce barriers and strengthen progress.
• Contribute to enrichment opportunities and authentic outcomes that enrich students’ understanding of the wider world.

Who We Are Looking For

• An excellent classroom practitioner with a calm, consistent approach aligned to an ASD/SEND setting.
• Experience teaching Humanities, for example History, Geography, RE, PSHE or related subjects.
• Understands how to adapt teaching for autistic students (structure, predictability, modelling and supported independence).
• Values-led: Be Kind, Be Ambitious, Be Inspired.
• High expectations and a commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing.
• We welcome applications from Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and will provide a strong programme of support and development.

Why Work for [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] Group?

• Competitive salary on MPS/UPS
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Comprehensive induction and high-quality CPD
• A supportive, visible leadership team and a culture of trust and professionalism
• Staff wellbeing focus and workload-aware systems
• Benefits including: refer-a-friend bonus, wellbeing support/EAP, cycle to work scheme, discounts, long service awards

Many of our staff join us from mainstream settings and quickly see the difference. With small class sizes, strong support and clear routines, teachers are able to focus on high-quality teaching and building positive relationships.

How to Apply

For full details, please see the job description and person specification. Closing date: 15th May 2026 at 12pm. Interviews: Week Beginning 18th May 2026. Start date: September 2026.

Apply via: Online application

To arrange a visit, contact Karen Horocks (Office Manager) - Tel: [contact hidden], email: [contact hidden]

Safeguarding Notice

[Employer hidden] Group Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to provide references and undertake an enhanced DBS check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. We are an equal opportunities employer.