Humanities Teacher

Humanities Teacher – Secondary SEND

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Humanities Teacher to join our brand-new school, River Valley, based in Sheffield.

As a Humanities Teacher, your day will be varied, purposeful, and deeply rewarding. You will teach a range of Humanities subjects—such as History, Geography, RE, and Citizenship—to Secondary-aged SEND students, using a flexible structure that allows you to create engaging, accessible learning experiences. You will design bespoke, therapeutic educational frameworks tailored to each young person’s needs, interests, and learning pace.

You will work within a Trauma-Informed Practice model and be fully supported in applying therapeutic, relational approaches in the classroom. Our schools proudly hold the Attachment and Trauma Sensitive School Award.

In return, we offer a unique opportunity to join a growing, forward-thinking organisation during an exciting period of development. You will receive comprehensive training in Proactive Approaches and ongoing professional development to support your growth as an educator in a SEND setting.

Our young people have often experienced inconsistent relationships and disrupted education. We are therefore seeking committed, resilient, and compassionate teachers who want to make a lasting difference within a therapeutic, alternative education environment.

Reasons to Join Us

• Term-time working aligned with the local authority

• Company pension

• Simplyhealth employee healthcare cashback scheme

• Blue Light Card

• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme

• Long service and recognition programme

• Ongoing training and personal development opportunities

• Gold Investors in People Award employer

About River Valley School

River Valley School is opening in Early 2026, supporting children and young people aged 6–18 with a personalised, therapeutic learning package. Our aim is to secure the best possible outcomes for every learner.

The school is located adjacent to, and working alongside, the innovative Skills Street Project, providing unique enrichment and hands‑on learning opportunities.

Why Five Rivers?

• Simplyhealth Medical Cashback Scheme

• Company pension

• Employee support programmes

• Blue Light Card

• Enhanced maternity package (for staff with 1+ years of service)

• Ongoing training via our Learning & Development Team

• Refer-a-friend and foster carer referral bonuses

• Long service and recognition scheme

Requirements

• NQTS or QTS status

• Strong written and IT skills

• Ability to communicate effectively with children, colleagues, and external agencies

• Strong active listening skills

• Valid UK driving licence (essential for this role)

• Right to Work in the UK

Interested?

For more information or to request the full role profile, please contact our Recruitment Team:
Recruitment@five-rivers.org
01722 435750 (Option 2)

Safeguarding Statement

Five Rivers Child Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants must undertake appropriate child protection screening, including references and an Enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, sex, disability, race, religion/belief, or sexual orientation.