Head of Humanities

Kings International College; Camberley; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary school in Camberley is seeking an inspiring Head of Humanities to lead the Humanities faculty. The successful candidate will ensure excellent teaching standards, oversee departmental strategy, and monitor student progress. Essential qualifications include Qualified Teacher Status and experience in safeguarding children. This full-time position offers a competitive salary within the Main to Upper Pay Scale, plus benefits including ongoing training and wellbeing support.

Benefits

Generous workplace pension

Ongoing training and development

Well-being support

Free on-site parking

Occupational sick pay

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate an awareness and commitment to child safeguarding.
• Able to teach History to at least KS3 level.

Responsibilities

• Ensure excellent standards of teaching & learning across the department.
• Oversee the strategic direction and improvement plan for the department.
• Monitor student progress and implement strategic interventions.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent

Effective continuous professional development

Safeguarding children

Job description

Details

• Position: Head of Humanities
• Contract: Full time, permanent
• Start Date: April 2026
• Salary: Main to Upper Pay Scale (Fringe) : £38,627 - £52,490 plus TLR £10,147

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 successful multi‑academy trust comprising 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're committed to creating a community where students, staff, and families proudly contribute to both the school and 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. Our dedicated and diverse staff are 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.

Benefits

• 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 your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Staff Shop benefits platform
• Work‑life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
• Free on‑site parking and cycle to work scheme
• Occupational sick pay

Key responsibilities

• 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

Essential

• Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent (E)
• Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
• Ability to evidence effective continuous professional development
• To be able to teach History to at least KS3 level

Desirable

• 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

Safeguarding Statement

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role and the role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.