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Head of Geography

Head of Geography

Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School

Leeds

  • £25,714 - £41,604 per year
  • Expired
Salary:
MPS/UPS plus TRL 2B allowance
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
1 September 2021
Apply by:
19 May 2021

Job overview

Head of Geography

Permanent post required for September 2021

Scale: MPS/UPS plus TLR 2B allowance 

Governors are seeking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic and highly motivated teacher to join our high achieving school as Head of Geography.  If you have a natural passion and enthusiasm for geography, clear leadership attributes and a strong desire to help all students and staff reach their full potential, then we would be very pleased to hear from you.

Alongside a track record of excellent academic achievement in geography, the department provides a supportive learning environment committed to developing pupils’ aspiration in achieving their full academic and personal potential.  You will be joining a committed team of geography specialists that strives for creativity and commitment to strong teaching and learning of geography. 

The department ensures that the aims of the curriculum are embedded throughout the key stages so that students learn to love geography and gain an appreciation of the influence that this exciting subject has on our ever-changing world.  Geography is an incredibly popular subject in Key Stage 4 where our students thrive on the depth and breadth of their new learning opportunities

What makes us such a happy school is the way that we work together to maximise the opportunities for self-development for pupils and staff.  Our community is built around three fundamental principles: Be kind, Do your best, Follow the rules.  Our pupils are inspired by great teaching and support, encouraged to try and supported to the highest levels of educational achievement. 

We are eager to hear from you if you are: 

· Able to lead by example. 

· An excellent practitioner who believes that all pupils can achieve. 

· Able to excel in an environment where pupils genuinely enjoy school and have a love of learning. 

· Ambitious for yourself and our pupils, and able to thrive in our supportive, collaborative environment.

· Able to communicate effectively with staff and pupils.

In return for your hard work, we offer a rewarding and exciting environment where pupils are keen to learn. We welcome applications from experienced teachers with an aspiration to become head of geography as well as those currently fulfilling the role in another setting.

Further details and Catholic Education Service application forms are available from the school website (www.cardinalheenan.com).

Please note that covering letters are not required and will not be used as part of the shortlisting or selection process. There is a section of the application form where candidates may offer further information to support their application. This can take the form of a letter of no more than two sides of A4.

Closing date:  Wednesday 19 May 2021.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, hence all appointments made are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.


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About Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School

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Based in West Yorkshire, Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School is a mainstream secondary school for girls and boys aged between 11 and 16. It is a voluntary aided establishment. Its denomination is Roman Catholic. It is based in the town of Meanwood in Leeds. At present, there are currently approximately 918 students enrolled at the school. 

Headteacher

Dominic Kelly

Values and Vision

Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School values religious studies. Children are encouraged to demonstrate their talents and develop new skills by following the rules of Christianity. Therefore, Religious Education is one of the most valued subjects at the school. Their aim is to respect others and make the world a better place to live in. Worshiping Christ is valued and pupils’ achievement is celebrated by all. Students should also be tolerant of people from all backgrounds of life. 

Ofsted report

“Achievement is good in a wide range of subjects including English, mathematics, languages, geography and history. The proportion of students across all year groups making more than the progress expected of them is rising as a result of good teaching. The school’s work to keep children safe is outstanding. Students behave well and want to learn. They enjoy coming to school. The curriculum offers a rich range of experiences within and beyond the school day. The school is a harmonious community where students from different backgrounds get on well together, and are respectful of each other and of adults. Students’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development is well promoted.”

View Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School’s latest Ofsted report

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