History and Politics Teacher
Kellett School- Kowloon Bay Senior
Hong Kong
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- 13 August 2026
- Apply by:
- 26 June 2026
Job overview
About The Role
Commencing - 13th August 2026 (January 2027 start would be possible for the right candidate)
We are seeking an inspirational, enthusiastic and committed History and Politics Teacher to join our outstanding British International School in Hong Kong. The ability to teach Politics is desirable but not essential.
The History and Politics department has seen great success in recent years. History is one of the most popular option subjects at GCSE with four classes per year, and there are currently two classes per year of A Level History and a further two for Politics. There is a track record of excellent examination results, and a number of students go on to study History, Politics or related subjects at university including a number of successful Cambridge Law applicants.
History students study the Cambridge IGCSE with the depth study on Germany 1918-45 and AQA A Level combining ‘1K Making of a Superpower 1865-1875’ and ‘2S Making of Modern Britain 1951-2007’. The NEA is focused on the fascinating changes in Japan from 1805-1910.
The examination board for A Level Politics is Pearson Edexcel with students studying the Global Politics option in Y13.
At KS3, students learn about a range of topics that reflect the diversity of the student body and the school’s international context. All lessons are underpinned by strong disciplinary thinking, and we seek to go beyond the syllabus of external examinations to stretch and enthuse.
Reporting to the Head of History & Politics, you will be joining a department of six. We are a friendly and collaborative department who are committed to enriching our students' understanding of the past, how it has been constructed, and how it has shaped the world we live in today.
The successful candidate will be able to develop further the use of teaching strategies which encourage a deep and scholarly engagement with the subject whilst focusing on excellent levels of achievement in all sections of the school.
They will be an inspirational teacher and will demonstrate high levels of commitment to the development of History and Politics at Kellett School, including engaging with the whole school priority for excellence in teaching and learning. The ability to teach Politics is desirable but not essential.
Applications are invited from colleagues with a minimum of two years full-time teaching experience in high achieving schools who can demonstrate a proven record of outstanding teaching and learning and secure understanding of the National Curriculum, GCSE/IGCSE and A levels.
Job Description and Person Specification can be found here.
Please refer to Kellett School Candidate Brief found here.
Applications Close: 26th June 2026 (11:59PM Hong Kong Time)
About Us
Kellett is a through-train school from Reception to Year 13 with two preparatory campuses and one senior campus. Student roll currently is 1558; Senior 749; KLB Prep 327; PFL Prep 482.
Kellett offers a truly outstanding education, evidenced by a BSO Inspection, membership of COBIS, HMC and IAPS, as well as exceptional public examination results.
We are an equal opportunities employer and treat all job applicants and staff with equal respect free from unjustifiable discrimination.
Kellett School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices and all appointments are subject to an interview, identity checks, criminal record checks, review of social media presence and successful references.
In line with UK Government guidelines - Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, Kellett School will conduct online checks prior to interview for all candidates shortlisted.
Kellett School ensures equal treatment for all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination based on age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, race, religion, gender identity or marital status.
Kellett School encourages applications from qualified candidates of varied backgrounds, supporting a workplace that values diversity and inclusion.
Applicants, who have not been contacted by 10th July 2026 can assume that on this occasion they have been unsuccessful and are thanked by the Association for their interest.
Kellett School reserves the right to interview and appoint at any stage of the recruitment process.
Personal data is being collected for human resources purposes, including assessing your suitability for the post for which you are applying. The data will be used by the School and the Board of Governors. If you wish to access any personal data held by the School, please contact the Executive Director of People and Culture. If your application is unsuccessful the personal data you supply will be retained for two years, at the end of which time it will be destroyed.
About Kellett School- Kowloon Bay Senior
- Kellett School- Kowloon Bay Senior
- 7 Lam Hing Street
- Kowloon Bay
- Hong Kong
Kellett School, the British International School in Hong Kong, established in 1976, offers an exceptional education comparable to prominent independent schools in the UK. We are proud to be one of Hong Kong’s leading international schools, a reputation built on our global outlook and unwavering aim to nurture a love of learning and confidence for life in every one of our students.
Throughout Kellett’s more than 40 years of history, the School has been known for its superb education, both in the classroom and beyond. We offer a challenging and stimulating environment where high academic achievement is realised within a broad English curriculum embracing creativity, the arts and sport, all the while taking advantage of our unique position in Hong Kong. The world does not stand still so we continually evolve our educational offering to ensure we are equipping our students with the right mind set to enable them to thrive - today and tomorrow.
Kellett is a through train school with campuses in Pok Fu Lam on Hong Kong Island and in Kowloon Bay. The Pok Fu Lam campus is a Preparatory School (for ages 4-11 years old) in Wah Fu at the foot of Mount Kellett and overlooking Kellett Bay, while the Kowloon Bay campus houses a Preparatory and Senior School for students from 4 -18 years old.
We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage and English National Curriculum, which includes GCSEs, IGCSEs and A levels. As our children progress through the school, they are encouraged to learn with growing independence in a challenging and stimulating environment. As a result, our students achieve consistently strong academic results with many going on to study at the world’s leading institutions.
In conjunction with our rigorous academic programme, our students enjoy access to a rich and varied programme of extra-curricular activities and a wide repertoire of performing arts, sports and volunteer opportunities.
Kellett School is a Not-For-Profit Association with a parent-led Board of Governors and highly skilled teaching and support staff, all of whom strive to provide an environment that enables our students to develop their own passions, broaden their outlook and achieve their full potential.
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