Head of Humanities

ROLE SUMMARY:

King’s College School, Latvia, part of the prestigious Inspired Education Group, is seeking an exceptional Head of Humanities with the ability to teach both History and Geography, and ideally the flexibility to support other Humanities subjects when needed.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape a dynamic Humanities department during a period of growth. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing innovative approaches to teaching and learning, ensuring academic excellence across the faculty, and inspiring students to engage deeply with global perspectives and cultural understanding.

Based in the scenic Saliena community just outside Riga, this position offers the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art school while enjoying the rich cultural and natural beauty of Latvia.

About Latvia

Latvia is a gem in Northern Europe, known for its welcoming atmosphere, stunning natural landscapes, and rich cultural heritage. With its vibrant capital Riga, UNESCO-listed Old Town, and beautiful Baltic coastline, Latvia offers an excellent quality of life. Educators will find it an inspiring place to live and work, combining professional fulfillment with an enriching lifestyle.

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: https://jobs.inspirededu.com/job-invite/7236/

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and manage the Humanities department with strategic vision and operational efficiency.
• Teach History and Geography across key stages, including IGCSE and IBDP.
• Support other Humanities subjects when required (e.g., Global Perspectives, Economics).
• Develop and implement a forward-thinking curriculum aligned with IB and Inspired Education standards.
• Inspire students’ curiosity and critical thinking through engaging, inclusive, and challenging lessons.
• Organise and oversee Humanities-related events, competitions, and enrichment activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues to promote cross-curricular initiatives and interdisciplinary learning opportunities.
• Manage department resources, including budgeting and teaching materials.
• Support and line manage Humanities specialists.
• Uphold the Inspired Teaching Standards in pedagogy, assessment, and classroom management.
• Actively engage with the wider school community, including participation in events, trips, and extracurricular activities.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• A recognised teaching qualification and a degree in History, Geography, or a related discipline.
• Experience teaching both History and Geography at IGCSE and IBDP (or equivalent advanced level).
• Proven leadership skills or the ambition and readiness to step into a faculty leadership role.
• A passion for Humanities education and an innovative approach to curriculum development.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to foster strong relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.
• A growth mindset and commitment to personal and professional development.
• Strong classroom management and the ability to inspire high standards of student behaviour and engagement.

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.