Teacher of Geography

Passionate about making a difference? Think Harris. Harris Academy Falconwood is currently looking to appoint a dynamic, qualified Teacher of Geography, either experienced or NQT.

Your Opportunity:

• To play a crucial role in developing and adapt the classroom curriculum to meet students’ needs and ensuring that students develop a depth and love of the subject
• To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students
• To make sure all students develop a deep and connected knowledge and skills of the subject

In line with the Government’s announcement, our academy is closed until further notice. However, during this period it is our intention to continue with critical recruitment for key positions starting in September 2020. In place of academy interviews, alternative options will be offered so that no one is at a disadvantage, and applicants should expect telephone or virtual interviews, with the possibility of onsite academy interviews only in special cases. We want to reassure applicants that effective measures have been implemented to ensure their health and wellbeing whilst on academy premises.

Thank you for your cooperation during this difficult time.

What we are looking for:

A qualified teacher (holding QTS or equivalent and a relevant undergraduate degree) to teach across KS3 and KS4, and who has excellent subject knowledge

A committed practitioner, who will want to attain the highest standards in teaching and learning and who will expect excellence from the students

A collaborative and motivated individual who will lead the subject through a variety of innovative approaches including curriculum design, teaching strategies, use of technology and intervention programmes

As part of our academy, your responsibilities will be:

• To assist in the development of appropriate schemes of work, resources marking policies and teaching strategies in the subject area
• To ensure that the classroom curriculum is well planned and logically sequenced to help students learn the subject
• To contribute to the subject area’s Development Plan and its implementation.
• To undertake an allocated programme of teaching (the timetable)
• To ensure the delivery of a curriculum that is well sequenced and implemented effectively
• To engage actively in the Performance Management Review process
• To communicate effectively with all stakeholders involved with the academy
• To follow agreed policies for communications in the academy, including the use of technology
• To play a full part in the life of the academy community, to support its distinctive aim and ethos and to encourage staff and students to follow this example. This includes open evening and academy events
• To comply with the academy’s Health and Safety policy and undertake risk assessments as appropriate

Who we are looking for:

We look for talented individuals who want to be a part of transforming education in London and helping create exceptional places of learning. The successful applicant will be:

• A well-qualified specialist holding DfE recognised Qualified Teacher Status (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree
• A successful teacher with the ability to teach across key stages 3 and 4
• An understanding of theory and practice of effective teaching and learning
• Knowledge and experience of writing lesson plans, developing resources and assessing students work
• The ability to work as part of a team and to develop and maintain positive relationships with teaching and other support staff
• The ability to create a motivating and safe learning environment for all students
• The ability to communicate positively with parents/carers and where appropriate outside agencies in a way that facilitates effective links between home and school
• Good communication skills both writing and speaking
• Ability to lead and manage own work effectively and take responsibility for own professional development
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines under pressure
• Ability to motivate students and raise their aspirations through a range of strategies e.g. assessment for learning
• Passion for teaching own subject specialism
• Flexible, adaptable, results orientated and able to prioritise, resilient under pressure
• Awareness of and commitment to equal opportunities and valuing diversity

NEXT STEPS

Please download the job pack for a full job description and person specification.

To be considered for the role you must submit a fully completed application form ahead of the closing date.

About the Harris Federation

Our academy is part of the Harris Federation, the leading large Multi Academy Trust in the country for both primary and secondary education. Harris has an unrivalled track record in raising standards and achieving success for the children in our academies.

We are committed to ensuring that every child in London has access to the best possible education in order to nurture their individual potential.  Join us in creating spaces of learning where children everywhere are nurtured for their potential and given the tools necessary to shape their own future.  

Harris academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants. In line with our commitments to safeguarding, the Harris Federation uses preferred agencies and is unable to work with any agencies where Terms of Business have not been agreed by both parties prior to an engagement. Harris Federation is fully committed to equality and to valuing diversity as an employer and a provider of education. Click here to view our full equality and diversity statement.