Teacher of History

Kings Norton Girls' School, Birmingham, West Midlands, B30 1HW

12 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026 or an immediate start

• Closing date

  5 May 2026 at 8am

• Date listed

  23 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: History
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £34,398.00 - £52,490.00 Annually (FTE)

Teacher of History job summary

An opportunity has arisen at Kings Norton Girls’ School and Sixth Form (KNGS) for an exceptional teacher of History to join us on a permanent basis, working 0.8 FTE. The post is available immediately or for a September start. KNGS is an OFSTED outstanding school and is part of the West Midlands Multi Academy Trust with a comprehensive intake and a co-educational sixth form. We are proud of our vibrant, socially and culturally diverse school, which lies in the heart of our community, and is highly regarded in our local area and beyond.

The post is available on a part time (0.8 FTE), permanent contract for a main or upper scale teacher. ECT applications are welcomed. The post is available either for an immediate start (working Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday) or from September 2026. Please note that the part-time working days for September will be confirmed during the summer term and that the working days may change in future years based on timetable need.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an exceptional teacher of History to join Kings Norton Girls’ School and Sixth Form. The ability to teach politics could also be an advantage. We are an outstanding school and achieve excellent pastoral and academic outcomes for students within a culture of care and concern for the well-being of both students and staff. History and politics 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. History is a very popular option choice.

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 and KS4 whilst experience at KS5 is desirable. We offer excellent CPD within a supportive culture. We invest in the professional development of our staff so they meet their career potential, to take up opportunities in our school and in others. The school is committed to improving staff well-being. We also offer a cycle to work scheme and Employee Assistance Programme.

Should you wish to discuss this opportunity prior to applying, please contact Ms Samantha Lordan, History Subject Leader via email slordan@kngs.co.uk or on 0121 675 1305. The application form will include your supporting statement (this should not exceed 1200 words, you do not need to submit a separate covering letter), this should be submitted through the ‘My New Term’ website.

Should you have any questions about the application process, please email Mrs Wilson, PA to the Headteacher dwilson@kngs.co.uk Please note we do not accept CVs and only applications completed on the school’s application form will be considered.

Closing date for receipt of applications: Tuesday 5th May 2026 at 8.00 am

Interview date: Date to be confirmed week commencing 11th May

Commitment to Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment Practices: We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. WMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Online searches will be conducted as part of the pre-employment checks.

This role is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks, they will also be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form and successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks at enhanced level, along with other relevant employment checks. This role has been identified as public facing in accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act, and therefore the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in English will be required.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding children and all posts advertised are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Kings Norton Girls' School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1083 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Kings Norton Girls' School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/kings-norton-girls-school

KNGS and Sixth Form is an OFSTED outstanding secondary school and one of the top comprehensives in the country. Our school lies in the heart of our community and is highly regarded locally.

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