Head of Humanities
Salary: Main to Upper Pay Scale (Fringe) – £38,627 – £52,490 plus TLR £10,174.
Benefits include:
* Generous workplace pension through LGPS
* Condensed school year with two week half term in October
* Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
* Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
* Well‑being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests and flu vaccinations
* Access to savings on everyday spending (groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays) through the My Staff Shop benefits platform
* Work‑life balance, family‑friendly policies and processes
* Free on‑site parking and cycle‑to‑work scheme
We are seeking an inspiring Head of Humanities to lead our vibrant and collaborative Humanities faculty from April 2026.
About Kings International College: Located in the heart of Camberley, Kings International College is a welcoming and inclusive secondary school for students aged 11–16. We are proud to offer a vibrant learning environment where every student is supported to achieve their best and develop a lifelong love of learning. As part of the Bourne Education Trust (BET), a multi‑academy trust of twenty‑four schools across Surrey, Hampshire and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, staff benefit from a robust support network in a collaborative environment. We are committed to creating a community where students, staff and families proudly contribute to both the school and the wider community through “transforming schools…changing lives.” Our mission is to create opportunities for every child to thrive, aspire and achieve. We promote wellbeing and academic success in a safe, valued and inclusive environment, with dedicated and diverse staff committed to high expectations and professional development, ensuring excellent outcomes for all students. We offer a broad and engaging curriculum designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills and confidence they need for future success. At Kings International College, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to flourish and make a positive contribution to their community and beyond.
Position: Head of Humanities; Contract: Full time, permanent; Start Date: April 2026.
Key responsibilities include:
* Ensure excellent standards of teaching & learning across the department
* Take responsibility for the strategic overview of the department, including self‑evaluation and the improvement plan for the department
* Monitor student progress and implement strategic intervention for the department
Requirements include:
* Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent (E)
* Awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
* Evidence of effective continuous professional development
* Ability to teach History to at least KS3 level
* Experience of teaching in relevant Key Stage and/or subject area
* Experience in coordinating a subject
Our Culture
* Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
* Collaborative and innovative
* Committed, engaged and professional
* Advocates for equality and inclusivity
How to apply for this role
Please click ‘Apply’ to complete our online application form. CVs without a fully completed application form will not be considered.
The closing date for this vacancy is 5th January 2026. Applications will be considered on receipt, and we retain the right to amend the closing date and withdraw this vacancy if we have received sufficient applications.
Bourne Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils, following safeguarding interview procedures. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and stakeholders. Applications from individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnership are encouraged. We accommodate diverse needs; please contact us if you require the applicant job pack in a different format.
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