Head of Geography

We are looking for a Head of Geography. This is an exciting opportunity to join GLT / Brakenhale School and become an integral member of the humanities team. We are an 11 to 18 school situated on the southern side of Bracknell town centre. We are a community school. Our commitment to high standards and outstanding teaching has led us to become the school of choice for families in Bracknell Forest. You will also be joining a terrific team, emphasising the importance of cooperation and teamwork. We are looking to hire a Head of Geography to support, hold accountable, develop and lead a team of teachers focusing on the Geography curricular area to ensure high standards of teaching and learning, the raising of standards and the wellbeing of staff and students.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive, non-selective and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs with remote / hybrid working opportunities where appropriate. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

●    To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students and to support a designated curriculum area as appropriate

●    To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a Teacher/Tutor 

●    To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to accelerate with their learning

●    To contribute to raising standards of student attainment across the school

●    To share and support the school’s responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth

You will need:

●    Relevant degree

●    Qualified Teacher Status or be working towards

●    Experience of working in a school setting

What’s in it for you:

●   Professional development and career progression

●    Generous pension scheme

●    An Employee Assistance Programme

●    Gym Discounts

●    Free eye tests

●    Cycle to work scheme

●    Green car scheme

●    Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 24th May 2024 We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive.

If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.