Teacher of History

Leicester Grammar School is one of the UK's top-performing co-educational HMC independent day schools for pupils aged 10-18.

Leicester Grammar School is one of the UK's top-performing co-educational HMC independent day schools for pupils aged 10-18.

We are seeking an innovative, well-qualified and enthusiastic historian to teach the subject with confidence and expertise up to A level, on a one year fixed term part time basis owing to a 12-month staff sabbatical. It is anticipated that the role will involve teaching approximately 0.6-0.8 of a full timetable, which is to be confirmed. 

The successful applicant will become part of a coherent team and therefore support for the many activities provided by the Department, including foreign visits. The opportunity to contribute towards Games teaching may also be available for an applicant who is suitably skilled.

We offer teaching staff a comprehensive benefits package, including a salary scale significantly above that of the maintained sector, staff reduction in school fees, daily lunch allowance and membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.

To apply, please visit www.lgs-senior.org.uk/vacancies where further details about th is role can be found, or complete an application form below. Applications should be returned to the HR Administrator, Leicester Grammar School, London Road, Great Glen, Leicestershire LE8 9FL, or emailed to parsonse@leicestergrammar.org.uk 

• Closing date: 9.00am on Wednesday 27 February 2019
• Interview date: Wednesday 13 March 2019 

Leicester Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with previous employers and DBS.