About this role
Humanities Teacher (History, Geography & RE)
Location: Primarily based at Lower School (Woodside Park), with flexibility to work across all Holmewood School campuses as required
Salary: £36,795-£50,735
Contract: Full-time, Permanent, up to 38 weeks a year.
Start Date: September 2026
Closing Date: 1st July 2026
About UsThe Holmewood School, part of the Cavendish Education family of schools, is a specialist independent day school for neurodivergent children and young people aged 7–19 with a primary diagnosis of Autism. We offer a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where young people are supported to achieve both academically and personally.
Our ethos is rooted in empathy, respect, and a belief in the potential of every individual. Staff at Holmewood work collaboratively to provide an innovative and flexible approach to education. As part of Cavendish Education, we are committed to thinking differently and providing outstanding specialist support.
Holmewood was inspected by ISI in November 2025 and met all standards, with inspectors noting that preparation of pupils for life in modern Britain is a significant strength. In May 2022, the school was judged Outstanding by Ofsted and has achieved Advanced Autism Accreditation from the National Autistic Society (NAS).
About the RoleWe are looking for a dynamic, committed and enthusiastic Humanities Teacher to join our team from September 2026.
This role will be primarily based at our Lower School in Woodside Park, teaching predominantly Key Stage 3, with some teaching at Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 4 as required. There may also be future opportunities to work across other campuses, including the Upper School, depending on the needs of the school.
Key responsibilities include:
Delivering engaging and differentiated Humanities lessons across History, Geography and Religious Education
Teaching predominantly KS3 initially, with some KS2 and KS4 teaching
Planning and adapting lessons to meet a wide range of neurodiv