Teacher of Humanities

Are you passionate about shaping curious, thoughtful, and informed young minds?

Join us at Plympton Academy as a Teacher of Humanities, where you’ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team committed to delivering an engaging and ambitious Humanities curriculum.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and high-quality teacher to teach across Humanities subjects and inspire students of all abilities. For those with leadership aspirations, there is the exciting opportunity to take on a Head of Year role.

• Teach Humanities across Key Stages 3 to 5 (History preferred).

• Plan and deliver creative, inclusive, and inspiring lessons in both physical and digital classrooms.

• Support and challenge students of all backgrounds to achieve their full potential.

• Play an active role in shaping the future of the Humanities department.

• Optionally, lead a year group as Head of Year, supporting students' academic and personal development.

• A qualified teacher of a Humanities discipline.

• A positive, proactive educator with excellent interpersonal skills.

• A strong classroom practitioner with high expectations of achievement and behaviour.

• A reflective teacher who embraces CPD and values collaboration.

• A commitment to the values, ethos, and inclusive culture of our Academy.

• Be part of a dedicated and supportive Humanities team.

• Benefit from ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities.

• Work in a school that values innovation, ambition, and community.

• Make a meaningful impact on students' lives every day.

Ready to take the next step?

See the full Job Description and apply now to be part of an Academy that’s ambitious for every student—and every staff member.

Together, we’ll inspire, challenge, and achieve.

At Plympton Academy, we’re all about creating a culture of success that goes beyond academics. We’re focused on fostering resilience, creativity, and the drive to help everyone, students and staff, achieve their dreams. Our vibrant, supportive environment is designed to unlock everyone’s potential, and we collaborate with the best schools locally and nationally to ensure we’re always evolving with the latest teaching practices.

With high-quality CPD and a tailored coaching program, we’ll help you thrive in your career. Our classrooms are disruption-free because we prioritize good behaviour and strong pastoral support, allowing both teachers and students to focus on what really matters—learning and achieving.

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across the South West, South, South East, and East of England.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances. 

That’s why we invest in our people and are recognised as the Multi Academy Trust Association Employer of the Year for 2025/2026, so that our staff are best supported to positively impact our pupils. 

Learn more about our Vision and Values here

Why Join the Thinking Schools Academy Trust?

We’re proud to offer more than just a job—we provide a range of exceptional benefits to support and reward our staff:

• Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
• Performance Related Pay: We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.
• CPD: Our in-house training provision, Thinking Horizons, offers clear pathways for professional development including Chartered Teacher status, regular MAT meets to share best practice and range of external opportunities to enhance your development.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, eye care vouchers and preferential access to Benenden Health.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
• Convenient Parking: Park for free in our staff car park on-site.
• TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.

What next?

If you are interested in working in our school, benefitting from a supportive network of teachers across our large academy and our award winning Trust and you are keen to progress your career, then please apply today!

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

To arrange an informal conversation please contact Fay Carder (PA to the Headteacher) by email: [email protected]

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process please email [email protected]