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Teacher of Humanities

Dame Elizabeth Cadbury School · Birmingham · Birmingham

Job description

Teacher of Humanities

Dame Elizabeth Cadbury School -Woodbrooke Rd, Birmingham, B30 1UL

Salary: MPS (UPS Where applicable) (ECTs Welcome)
Start Date: September 2026

At Dame Elizabeth Cadbury School, we are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Teacher of Geography or History to join the Humanities Department.

We are looking for a teacher who is not only passionate about getting the best from their pupils but also wants the best for themselves. We offer superb professional development opportunities, including the full suite of NPQs and excellent ECT support that goes well beyond what many schools offer.

Whether you are an experienced teacher or an ECT looking to begin your career in a supportive environment, we would welcome your application.

As a Teacher of Humanities, you will be expected to deliver engaging and challenging lessons across different abilities and year groups, inspire pupils to develop confidence and love of mathematics and plan and deliver high quality lessons that support excellent progress and attainment.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Has Qualified Teacher Status;
  • Has up to date subject and pedagogical knowledge, with a genuine passion for Humanities;
  • Has excellent classroom management and communication skills;
  • Is reflective, enthusiastic and keen to develop professionally;
  • Works effectively as part of a team and contributes positively to the school community.

About us:

At Dame Elizabeth Cadbury School we want the best for every child, regardless of who they are. That is what drives us. Embedding our high standards of behaviour with excellent teaching practices leads to the best educational outcomes. The successful candidate will have access to excellent CPD opportunities within our Academy and across the wider Matrix Academy Trust.

We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.

To apply please complete our application form on My New Term.

You may also wish to contact Head of School Mr C Seagar on cseager@decschool.co.uk to arrange an informal look at the school

Application Deadline: 22nd October 2026

Please note that suitable candidates will be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early.

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Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).

About this school

Dame Elizabeth Cadbury School

Academy converter · Secondary · Ages 11–19

Good
Pupils
767
Avg teacher salary
£46,917
Pupil:teacher ratio
11:1
Academy trust
MATRIX ACADEMY TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

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Birmingham, Birmingham, B30 1UL

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Salary
£34,069.00 - £52,835.00 Annually (Actual) Salary: MPS (UPS Where applicable) (ECTs Welcome)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
20 October 2026
Closing date
30 October 2026

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