Humanities Teacher

Humanities Teacher (Years 7-11) – Specialist SEN School, Romsey

Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Long‑term or Permanent Salary: MPS / UPS

Prospero Teaching is seeking a committed Humanities Teacher to work with pupils from Year 7 to Year 11 at our client specialist SEN school in Romsey.

The school supports pupils aged 7-16 with a range of complex needs, including SEMH, ASC, communication differences, attachment‑related needs and school‑based anxiety. Many students join with disrupted educational experiences, and the school is dedicated to rebuilding confidence, engagement and a strong sense of belonging.

About the Provision

• Small‑group teaching to provide personalised support and re‑engagement
• Trauma‑informed practice embedded throughout daily routines
• Individual learning pathways tailored to each pupil’s starting point
• A broad, enquiry‑driven Humanities curriculum with real‑world relevance
• A consistent focus on emotional regulation, trust and relationship‑building

Your Role

This role is ideal for a Humanities specialist who enjoys adapting curriculum content and finding creative ways to engage learners. You will:

• Teach Humanities across Years 7-11, differentiating for a wide range of academic levels
• Support learners working toward Entry Level, Functional Skills or GCSE‑equivalent pathways
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils who may present with emotional or behavioural challenges
• Create a structured, predictable and nurturing classroom environment
• Work collaboratively with therapists, support staff and pastoral teams to ensure a cohesive, holistic approach

The Details

• Location: Romsey, Hampshire
• Start Date: September 2026
• Contract: Long‑term or permanent
• Salary: MPS / UPS

What You’ll Need

• Right to work in the UK
• QTS with a Humanities specialism, or strong Humanities‑teaching experience
• Experience teaching Humanities at KS3 and/or KS4
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• References covering the last 24 months

Preferential Experience

• Experience working with SEND, particularly pupils with complex needs
• Confidence teaching Humanities to learners working significantly below age‑related expectations
• Experience in specialist, alternative or therapeutic settings
• Understanding of SEMH, trauma‑informed approaches and behaviour‑support strategies

Why Join Prospero Teaching?

• Access to free, accredited CPD, including behaviour support and trauma‑informed practice
• Support from an in‑house Training and Development Team
• Ongoing guidance from a dedicated local consultant who understands the school and its needs

Next Steps

If this role aligns with your experience, please send an up‑to‑date copy of your CV.

Proud to be listed in the Times as one of ‘The Best Companies To Work For’, Prospero Teaching is an innovative and forward-thinking recruitment agency. With over two decades of experience, our education consultants work hard to find you the most suitable role, from a wide range of teaching jobs across the UK, in thousands of excellent schools, academies, and nurseries. We are an APSCO-audited education agency, and our awards for excellence demonstrate our commitment to high-quality service and best practice.