Humanities Teacher — Leeds & West Yorkshire | September Start | Permanent | MPS/UPS £32,916 – £49,084 KPI Education | Secondary Schools across Leeds & West Yorkshire

Are you a passionate Humanities Teacher looking for your next opportunity in a school that truly values the power of the subject?

KPI Education is partnering with outstanding secondary schools across Leeds and the wider West Yorkshire area to recruit talented Humanities Teachers across History, Geography, Religious Studies, and Social Studies. Whether you're an Early Career Teacher embarking on your career, or an experienced practitioner ready for a new challenge, we want to hear from you.

What's on Offer

• Permanent, full-time Humanities Teacher positions with September starts
• Salary on MPS/UPS £32,916 – £49,084 depending on experience
• Roles available across History, Geography, Religious Studies, and Social Studies
• Welcoming, well-established Humanities departments with strong leadership and a collaborative team ethos
• Structured CPD and clear progression pathways — including TLR and Head of Humanities opportunities for the right candidate
• Supportive school cultures with a genuine commitment to staff wellbeing
• Schools matched to your location and preferences across Leeds and West Yorkshire

Who We're Looking For

• A qualified Humanities Teacher with QTS (or on track to achieve QTS by September)
• A degree in History, Geography, Religious Studies, Sociology, Politics, or a closely related discipline (2:1 or above preferred)
• Able to teach your specialist subject to GCSE level, with the ability to cover wider Humanities at KS3 a strong advantage
• A confident, engaging classroom practitioner with a talent for bringing the past, the world, and big ideas to life for young people
• A commitment to developing critical thinking, cultural awareness, and a broader understanding of the world in every pupil
• Enthusiastic about promoting Humanities across the wider school community — from debating societies to field trips and enrichment days
• A team player with excellent communication skills and a positive, professional attitude

Why Humanities Matters

At a time when schools are rightly placing renewed emphasis on cultural literacy, diversity, and critical thinking, talented Humanities Teachers have never been more important. The schools we work with understand this — and actively invest in their Humanities departments, giving you the resources, support, and freedom to teach with creativity and ambition.

Why KPI Education?

Finding the right school is just as important as finding the right teacher. When you register with KPI Education, you'll receive dedicated, personalised support from start to finish — helping you find a school where your subject is celebrated and your career can grow.

Humanities Teachers are in strong demand across Leeds and West Yorkshire right now. The best permanent roles go quickly — don't wait until summer, register today and get ahead of the competition.

Ready to find your perfect Humanities teaching role in Leeds? Send your CV and covering letter to Michael at KPI Education today.

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