Summer School Teacher; Global Studies

The King’s School Canterbury, established in 597 AD, holds the distinction of being the oldest school in Europe, with over 1,400 years of experience in delivering exceptional education. Renowned for academic excellence, outstanding pastoral care, and a rich variety of co-curricular activities, the school has a strong commitment to holistic development.

The Teacher is a key role within The King’s School Summer Programmes, responsible for delivering high-quality academic content to students aged 8–17. This position focuses on planning and delivering engaging lessons, supporting student development, and contributing to the overall academic success of the programme. The Teacher plays a vital role in fostering a positive and stimulating learning environment while ensuring each student’s educational needs are met.

• Prepare and deliver engaging, student‑centred lessons in line with the programme’s curriculum and objectives.
• Tailor lessons to accommodate varying student abilities and learning styles, promoting inclusion and participation.
• Use a range of teaching strategies and resources to inspire curiosity and academic growth.

• Monitor and assess students’ progress, providing constructive feedback to help them achieve their learning goals.
• Encourage active participation and foster a supportive environment that nurtures confidence and self‑expression.
• Address individual student needs, providing additional support where necessary to ensure all students thrive.

• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, participation, and progress.
• Assist in student assessment and placement procedures as directed.
• Write detailed and constructive student reports, highlighting achievements and areas for improvement.
• Conduct formative and summative assessments to evaluate student learning outcomes effectively.

• Contribute to the development and refinement of lesson plans and resources, ensuring alignment with programme standards.
• Actively participate in academic team meetings, sharing ideas and collaborating to enhance the teaching experience.
• Support the Academic Director in implementing policies and procedures to maintain high educational standards.

• Uphold the values and ethos of The King’s School, serving as a role model for students.
• Prioritise the safeguarding, welfare and health and safety of students above all other duties and be familiar with statutory safeguarding and child protection requirements, as well as relevant summer school policy.
• Be punctual, organised, and fully prepared for each teaching session and related responsibilities.

• For the duration of the King’s Summer School programme, the employer will provide short‑term residential accommodation and meals for all residential staff, where staying on site is necessary for the proper performance of their duties. This provision is limited to the programme period.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned.

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The King’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The job holder is expected to share this commitment and comply with all associated internal policies and procedures.

• 03‑04 July 2026 (training and induction)
• 19 July – 01 August 2026 (programme delivery)

This will consist of 16 hours training / induction (03‑04 July 2026), plus 28 hours contact teaching time (per two‑week programme), and 22 hours classroom preparation (per two‑week programme).

All staff will receive at least one full day off per week.

Flexibility to work outside standard hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed.

Pay for the summer period has been calculated on the basis of a full‑time equivalent (FTE) role of 37.5 hours per week over 52 weeks of the year.

Payment will be made for hours worked during each two‑week summer school programme at an hourly rate within the range of £13.80 ‑ £21.24, based on qualifications and/or experience. Holiday pay will be paid in addition at the rate of 12.07% of basic pay and will be itemised separately on the payslip.

Over the course(s) delivery dates, inclusive of accrued holiday pay, this equates to:

• £247.55 - £380.80 per 2‑day training (03‑04 July 2026)