Teacher of Global Politics (IBDP) and History

ROLE SUMMARY:

Kings College School Cascais part of the prestigious Inspired Education Group is a leading international school in the Lisbon area. We offer a global education through the Cambridge International curriculum up to Year 10 supported by a bilingual PortugueseEnglish programme up to Year 5. Our commitment to academic excellence and holistic development prepares students for success in top universities worldwide.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly effective Teacher of Global Politics (IBDP) and History to join us in the next academic year. The successful candidate will introduce Global Politics to our founding cohort of IB students in September 2026 and join a highly successful History department within the Humanities family at Kings. Experience of teaching Global Politics at IBDP is particularly welcomed alongside experience of teaching Key Stage 3 History and/or Humanities and iGCSE History.

You will deliver engaging lessons that foster critical thinking analytical skills and a deep understanding of history politics and global issues. As part of the Inspired global network you will benefit from supportive colleagues and extensive professional development opportunities while contributing to the wider academic and pastoral life of the school.

In addition to this position you may also be interested in our in-person Inspired Careers Event in London on Saturday 24th January 2026. This school and over 30 other UK and international Inspired schools will be attending to connect with teachers seeking new roles starting from August 2026. For more information and to register please click here:
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver well-planned and inspiring IBDP Global Politics lessons alongside Key Stage 3 and iGCSE History lessons aligned with curriculum and whole-school academic expectations.
• Foster analytical thinking historical inquiry research skills and a deep understanding of political social and global issues.
• Prepare students effectively for internal and external assessments including IBDP iGCSE and Key Stage 3 requirements.
• Assess monitor and report on student progress with accuracy and consistency maintaining high academic standards.
• Contribute to curriculum development and the ongoing improvement of schemes of work resources and assessment practices.
• Support and collaborate with colleagues within the Humanities faculty promoting strong pedagogy and continual professional growth.
• Ensure inclusive teaching strategies that support students of all abilities including those with diverse learning needs.
• Enhance the Humanities co-curricular programme through clubs societies competitions and enrichment opportunities.
• Contribute to the pastoral care of students and promote wellbeing resilience and a passion for understanding history and global politics.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• A recognized teaching qualification and a degree in History Politics Global Politics or a closely related discipline.
• Experience teaching Global Politics at IBDP alongside Key Stage 3 History/Humanities and iGCSE History.
• Excellent subject knowledge and a passion for inspiring students to understand history politics and global issues.
• Outstanding organizational communication and classroom-management skills.
• A reflective innovative mindset with a commitment to continuous professional development.
• Experience in an international school environment or with international curricula (highly desirable).

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.