History Teacher with Politics

Kings Norton Girls’ School and Sixth Form is an OFSTED outstanding school and one of the top comprehensives in the country. We are proud of our vibrant, socially, ethnically and culturally diverse school which lies in the heart of our community and is highly regarded locally. 

The post is a available from September on a full time, permanent contract. ECT Applications are welcomed.

Please note: This is a rolling vacancy and applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews and appointments may therefore take place prior to the closing date shown below. 

This is a fantastic opportunity for an exceptional teacher of history and politics to join Kings Norton Girls’ School and Sixth Form. Both subjects sit within the humanities faculty which is consistently achieving some of the best results in the country. The faculty plays an integral role in the life of the school, making a significant contribution to the development of key skills and cultural understanding. Politics and history are both very popular options choices. 

We are looking for an outstanding practitioner to join our team and to contribute their enthusiasm and teaching skills to our work. The successful candidate will be an outstanding teacher, committed to improving learners’ experiences and attainment through working collaboratively and being willing to adopt new ideas. In return we can offer the opportunity to teach students with a thirst for learning within a supportive school and faculty. You will have experience of teaching history at KS3, KS4 whilst experience at KS5 is desirable. You will also have the ability to teach politics at KS5. In return, we offer excellent CPD within a supportive culture that is constantly seeking to improve learners’ experience, attainment and progress with the opportunity to teach students with a thirst for learning all humanities subjects. Benefits include the Westfield Health Cash Plan including an Employee Assistance Programme and a cycle to work scheme.

The school is committed to safeguarding children and the post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Should you wish to discuss this opportunity, please contact Mrs Christina Thatcher, Faculty Leader on 0121 675 1305 or cthatcher@kngs.co.uk .  

Applications can be made by submitting your completed application which will include your supporting statement (this should not exceed 1200 words). This can be submitted through the TES portal or by emailing the Headteacher’s PA, Denise Wilson dwilson@kngs.co.uk. We do not accept CV applications, only those submitted on the KNGS application form will be considered.