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Humanities Teacher

  • Posted: 24-04-2026
  • Category: Secondary Teachers
  • Location: Bilston
  • Type: Full-time / Temporary
  • Salary: £150 - £220 per day
At Smile Education, we are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Secondary SEN Teacher to join a supportive and inclusive school in the Bilston area. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with pupils aged 11–18 who have a range of additional needs, delivering engaging and tailored lessons that support both academic progress and personal development.

The school has been praised for its excellent behaviour standards by OFSTED, and offers a highly supportive environment with strong leadership and a collaborative team approach.
 
Role Details
  • Start Date: After May half term, continuing until the summer holidays
  • Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
  • Days: Full-time (5 days per week), with flexibility to consider 4 days for the right candidate
  • Class Size: Maximum of 15 students
  • Support: Strong SLT presence and daily support, alongside experienced TA support


Key Responsibilities
  • Plan, deliver, and assess engaging lessons tailored to students with SEN needs, including Autism, ADHD, and visual impairments.
  • Take full responsibility for teaching, planning, and marking, while also working collaboratively with the wider department.
  • Differentiate lessons effectively to meet a range of abilities rather than age groups, with class sizes of up to 15 students.
  • Work closely with Teaching Assistants, including 1:1 support staff and general classroom TAs, to maximise student progress.
  • Create a positive and structured learning environment that supports behaviour, engagement, and wellbeing.
  • Occasionally provide cover for other subjects where required (minimal requirement).
  • Monitor and track student progress, adapting teaching strategies to support individual learning needs.

What We’re Looking For

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
  • Open to ECTs with QTS.
  • Experience teaching History, RE, or Geography is highly desirable.
  • Previous experience working within an SEN setting or supporting additional needs is advantageous.
  • Strong understanding of supporting students with Autism, ADHD, and visual impairments.
  • A flexible and proactive approach, with the ability to adapt to different classroom situations.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • A valid DBS on the Update Service is required or willing to apply for a new DBS through Smile Education.

What We Offer

  • A competitive daily rate of £150–£220, depending on experience.
  • Flexible payment options, including PAYE and Umbrella.
  • Holiday pay calculated at 12.07%.
  • Access to free CPD training via the Smile portal to support your continued professional development.
  • A referral scheme offering up to £200.
  • Ongoing guidance from a dedicated consultant with knowledge of the local area.
  • A welcoming and well-supported school environment where you can make a genuine impact.

Smile Education is committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be required to undergo compliance checks, including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS, and Qualifications checks.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.

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