Teacher of Geography
Rosebery School
Epsom, Surrey
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- Expired
- Salary:
- MPR/UPS London Fringe
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2018
- Apply by:
- 5 February 2018
Job overview
We are looking for an inspiring Teacher of Geography for our Outstanding girls' school in Surrey, for a September 2018 start.
Teacher of Geography required from September 2018.
We are seeking to recruit an excellent, motivated and highly skilled Teacher of Geography who is able to inspire a love of the subject at this vibrant and high performing 11-18 girls’ school, which achieved an Ofsted grading of Outstanding in all areas in May 2017. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly successful department which achieved 93% A*-C at GCSE and 100% A*-C at A Level last year.
The subject is very popular at both KS4 and KS5 and as such we are looking for a creative and hard-working addition to our team who can deliver to students in every key stage and who will enhance our provision further.
You will have:
• High expectations of self and others
• A passion for the subject and an ability to inspire your students to succeed
• An inclusive and engaging approach to the teaching of Geography
• Ambition for every student regardless of their starting points
• A commitment to lead and to support extra-curricular activities
• The ability to teach another subject (desirable)
Applicants will be required to demonstrate their commitment to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people in line with the school's policies and procedures. A satisfactory Enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this role. The school will request references before interview.
Interested applicants are encouraged to contact the school for a visit before applying.
Please contact Mrs Ali Stuart, PA to the Headteacher, to arrange a visit to the school.
Closing date: Monday 5th February
We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.
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About Rosebery School
Rosebery is a vibrant and stimulating place to work. We have a record of high performance but continually challenge all members of our community to improve further, in order to fulfill our moral purpose to provide the best possible educational experience for our students who are a delight to teach.
We set high expectations for all, but this is accompanied by a support system for students and staff which includes universal access to coaching and mentoring, significant opportunities for individualised personal, academic and professional development and a culture which emphasises kindness and integrity above all.
We are committed to creating a happy, purposeful and secure environment which provides the opportunity for all to develop and grow; to build confidence and self-belief; and to be enriched and stimulated so that everyone plays an active and positive part of the Rosebery, Epsom and wider communities.
In May 2017, Ofsted graded the school as ‘Outstanding’ in all areas.
Working at Rosebery is challenging and stimulating. If you choose to join us at this very exciting stage of our development, you will have an opportunity to make a real difference to the way we deliver education for our students. Epsom, Surrey is a thriving market town located only a stone’s throw from London, but a million miles from the hustle and bustle of the capital. The town has lovely theatre and a wide range of parks, shops, restaurants and cafes.
Ten very good reasons to join the staff at Rosebery School
- Our students are a joy to work with and achieve outstanding results at every key stage.
- We are a diverse and inclusive community.
- A personalised professional learning programme is in place for every member of staff.
- Many staff members have been internally promoted.
- Close collaboration with our feeder primaries, neighbouring secondaries and MAT partners ensures that there are many opportunities to work with colleagues in other schools.
- Opportunity to lead training for trainees across the local area, or to benefit from the vast experience of our mentoring team who support the large number of SCITT and PGCE trainees who come to Rosebery each term.
- Children of staff are given priority in our admissions policy.
- Our Leadership Team has an open door policy.
- We employ cover supervisors and dedicated administrative support staff to ensure that teachers at Rosebery are able to use their non-contact time for planning, marking and feedback.
- There are many extra-curricular opportunities for colleagues.
Join the GLF Schools Community
As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 42 academies or in our central team.
- Celebrating 10 years as a growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
- Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
- 42 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
- We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
- Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
Our Employment Offer
GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
- Access to our highly competitive pension scheme
- Flexible working options
- Generous holiday allowance
- Work life and family friendly policies
- Employee wellbeing initiatives
- Career pathways and talent management
- Access to a staff benefits portal
- Community and collaboration working model
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