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King David High School is seeking to appoint a knowledgeable and inspiring Teacher of Jewish Studies (Kodesh) to join our dynamic and well-established department with immediate effect. This is an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant team dedicated to delivering engaging and meaningful Torah learning within a leading Jewish secondary school. The successful candidate will primarily teach Key Stage 3 Jewish Studies, with the opportunity to teach GCSE and A-Level Religious Studies for the right candidate.

The King David High School is an academically successful, Jewish school, where students perform “well above average”, with the highest GCSE Attainment 8 and A Level progress of Manchester state providers (Ofsted Compare Schools 2025). We welcome applications from teachers of any faith or none.  

About the Department

Jewish Studies at King David High School seeks to create a generation of proud, aware, and knowledgeable young Jews. We aim to make Judaism relevant, meaningful, and engaging for young people growing up in the modern world. Respect, dignity and intellectual curiosity underpin all learning in the department.

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Teach Jewish Studies / Kodesh subjects at Key Stage 3
• Deliver engaging lessons rooted in Torah sources and thoughtful discussion
• Encourage students to explore Jewish values, identity and ethical responsibility
• Contribute to the wider Jewish life of the school
• Work collaboratively within a supportive and experienced department

There will also be opportunities to teach GCSE and A-Level Religious Studies for candidates with the relevant experience and interest.

The Ideal Candidate

We are seeking someone who:

• Has strong Torah knowledge and a passion for Jewish education
• Can make Jewish texts engaging and relevant for modern students
• Demonstrates excellent classroom practice and communication skills
• Is committed to the values and ethos of King David High School
• Is enthusiastic about contributing to the wider Jewish life of the school

The Department

The Jewish Studies department is a warm and collaborative team, supported by colleagues with expertise in Tanach, Gemara, Halacha, Jewish philosophy, ethics, examination teaching and informal education.

Alongside formal lessons, the department runs a rich programme of Jewish informal education, including:

• Chessed and social action initiatives
• Chagim celebrations
• Educational trips to Israel and Poland

Why Join King David?

King David High School offers:

• A supportive and collegial department
• Students who engage thoughtfully with Jewish learning
• Opportunities to teach across KS3–KS5
• A school community committed to Jewish values, academic excellence and personal growth

The school’s mission is to provide academic excellence in a friendly and supportive environment, where each child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential in terms of academic achievement, creativity and personal development.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring check.

Application forms and further details are available from Mrs Finn at the school office.

 OFSTED – July 2023

• Students’ mutual respect, and their willingness to help each other out, underpins the strong feeling of community at The King David High School.
• Students are taught to be optimistic about their futures. They learn how to find solutions to the challenges that they may encounter.
• Students, and students in the sixth form, benefit from a rich, broad curriculum that sets them up well to accomplish their future goals. Students enjoy their learning. Most students live up to their teachers’ high expectations of achievement and attain strong academic outcomes.
• Students in the sixth form achieve impressive A-level results.
• Students extend their skills and develop their independence through participating in a wide range of extra-curricular clubs, including orchestra, basketball and athletics. Students make an active contribution to the local community.
• Senior leaders have been instrumental in bringing about considerable change to address the previous weaknesses at this school. Their drive for improvement has been relentless.