King James’s is a vibrant and successful learning environment at the heart of the community, where everyone is challenged to achieve in a culture of high expectations. We are dedicated to helping children develop into confident, sensitive and responsible adults who are able to play an active part in society

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional practitioner of teaching and learning to lead the History Department and support the whole-school aim of moving from good to outstanding.

The successful candidate will be passionate and enthusiastic about their subject and ready to lead and inspire a dedicated team in a subject which has a high uptake in school at GCSE. You will have exceptional organisational skills and be able to plan and strategise in response to national changes in education. You must be innovative in the classroom and have the capability and emotional intelligence to impart and share good practice both within your department and across the whole of school.

Whether you are currently in a leadership role or looking to make the next step-up in your career, this post is an excellent opportunity for someone to really make their mark and become part of our committed team at King James’s School.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment. Enhanced CRB disclosure is required for this post.

Full post details and an application form are available via our website.

The closing date for applications is 10am Wednesday 6th May 2015

King James’s School
King James Road
Knaresborough
North Yorkshire
HG5 8EB
Tel: 01423 866061
Fax: 01423 861189
Email: office@king-james.co.uk