Job Description

This post is a limited term appointment for 1 year covering maternity absence starting September 2025.

About the role

Are you an enthusiastic and dynamic teacher who can confidently teach History at Key Stage 3 and GCSE Levels?


As a Teacher of History at St Ninian's High School, you will be undertaking an interesting and rewarding position within the framework of an important area of the school, an ideal opportunity for an Early Careers Teacher or a more experienced Teacher seeking a fresh challenge.


Using your desire to share and develop your own good practice, and contribute to the development of others, you will foster the character of students through the development of good habits which reflect our three core values of Respect; Aspiration and Empowerment. Your passion for inclusion and equality will support the school's ethos of celebrating diversity, developing independence and encouraging a growth mindset.


Please feel free to get in touch, visit the School to view the facilities and have the opportunity to meet our friendly team! If you have a passion for inspiring young minds, we want to hear from you!

A workplace that invests in you

A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum.


Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, you will be offered two pensions arrangements: the Teachers Superannuation scheme or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) arrangement.


If you are returning to the island and have participated in the Department's Student Loan scheme for tuition fees, the loan will be repaid by the Department upon completion of your second year working as a teacher at one of the island's schools. The repayment is subject to a maximum of 7,500 for a three year degree course or 10,000 for a four year degree course, and the requirements detailed in the Teacher Loan Cancellation Policy.


If you are an Early Career Teacher, you will receive payments of 2,000 at the beginning of your first and second school years in teaching, following the completion of the ECT induction period (2 years).


Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.

Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues.

Discounted access to the NSC gym and island swimming pools as well as 1-to-1 support programmes and exercise classes with qualified instructors through the ACTIV8 scheme.

You may be eligible for a Blue Light Card, unlocking a wide range of exclusive discounts on shopping, food and leisure activities at hundreds of popular high street and online retailers.

Free on-site car parking.

Working for the Isle of Man Public Service

We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees' wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees.


We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager.


The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man.


Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role.

Things to note

A enhanced with barring police check is required for this post, which the Isle of Man Government will cover the cost of for you.


Please note a relocation package is not available for this role.

Ready to apply?

We understand that you might have some questions about the role and the Recruiting Manager is on hand to support you. You can contact them at Chris.coole@sch.im.


To get the best out of your application, read our article on the important essentials you need to know before applying.


Applications will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. If you have difficulties applying online please contact the Recruitment Team on 01624 686300 or by email at helpmeapply@gov.im.