Teacher of Humanities (0.8-1.0)

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational teacher who demonstrates expertise and commitment to teaching and learning in the humanities subjects of Geography and History. The successful candidate will focus relentlessly upon giving students across all key stages opportunities for success both within and beyond the classroom as well as providing stimulating and engaging learning experiences. The position provides the opportunity to be part of a committed faculty who work exceptionally well as a team. Geography and History are the most popular subjects in King James for students in Key Stage 4 and also have a significant uptake in Key Stage 5 

Working at King James I Academy will provide the opportunity to join a dedicated team of staff whose mission is to become an outstanding academy that develops successful, well rounded, socially mobile and confident young people who can contribute effectively to the global community.  

The school became a standalone Converter Academy in June 2011 and has benefitted from being part of the Government’s PSBP initiative. Our new, state of the art buildings opened in January 2014 and these excellent facilities have supported the development of a range of innovative approaches to teaching and learning.

In summer 2017, students achieved very positive outcomes in all year groups, building on the success achieved in previous years. Results in KS4 placed us sixth in Durham, based upon the Progress 8 measure, with positive achievement in the humanities having a significant effect on our overall score, while the progress of learners in our Sixth Form placed us at the top of all sixth forms in County Durham. Teachers have worked very hard to achieve improvement and we are justifiably proud of our school and our students.

Due to the Academy being oversubscribed for the last two years, we are now looking to recruit a talented, ambitious and creative practitioner to work in our Humanities Faculty. We need an NQT or experienced teacher who is a team player, resilient, willing and able to learn and with excellent organisational and communication skills. Most importantly we need a teacher who takes pride in building relationships with students and believes strongly in the ability of all students both within and beyond the classroom.  You will be able to inspire and motivate colleagues and students alike. You will be supported through a bespoke and individually tailored induction or NQT programme as well as being given opportunities and support for further career and professional development. The opportunity for an appropriately qualified candidate to teach Geography or History in the Sixth Form would be considered. 

Closing Date: Tuesday 8th May (Mid-day) 

Interviews: Wednesday 16th May 

This role is available at 0.8 or 1.0. 

Please ring or email the Academy for an application pack, or if you would like to arrange an informal visit of the Academy at 01388 603388 or at benjamin.pearson@kj1a.com Please note that completed applications must be returned to the above email address, or by post to King James I Academy, South Church Road, Bishop Auckland, County Durham DL14 7JZ by 12:00pm on the closing date. A downloadable version of the application form is also available on this website and can be e-mailed to benjamin.pearson@kj1a.com

The Academy is committed to safeguarding children. All candidates will need to demonstrate a commitment to the welfare and safety of children and young people. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon receipt of two supportive references and the successful completion of pre-employment checks.

King James I Academy is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We want to develop a more diverse workforce and we positively welcome applications from all sections of the community.