Teacher of Geography
Rainham Mark Grammar School
Kent
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 6 May 2024
Job overview
Teacher of Geography
Salary: MPS/UPS
Hours: Full Time, permanent
Required: September 2024
We are seeking to appoint a Teacher of Geography at Rainham Mark Grammar School. Are you passionate, knowledgeable, and able to share your fascination with Geography whilst inspiring young people to deepen their understanding of the subject? You will be someone who can exhibit a passion for the subject and instil a love of learning. You should enjoy working as part of a team and willing to contribute and share ideas within the department to improve the standard of education at RMGS. If you would like to join a successful and well-resourced department, teaching intellectually curious and academically ambitious students, then this is the school for you! Previous experience within a selective school is not necessary and newly qualified or experienced teachers are welcome to apply.
What we are looking for:
- Graduates with Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent
- A commitment to inclusive education and equality of opportunity
- Enthusiastic, flexible, imaginative and forward thing
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Dedication to educating and empowering students
- Firm commitment to continuous professional development
What can RMGS offer you?
Rainham Mark Grammar School provides an enriching co-educational experience where students are nurtured to develop their leadership skills and creativity. We are a school for every academically able young person regardless of social-economic background, ethnicity, or gender, with additional support and bursaries where they are needed. Our success is based on our high expectations. Our students and staff are motivated; they inspire and challenge each other to be the best version of themselves. We believe our students are simply the best of their generation, it is a privilege to work with them. Rainham Mark Grammar School is a happy place to learn and to grow, we encourage you to visit and experience our community.
Our school was judged “Good” by Ofsted in 2022 but we are firmly of the belief that we have the potential to be exceptional. There is much to achieve in an ever-changing education landscape.
Benefits of Working for Rainham Mark Education Trust:
- Free Private Healthcare Cover - Benenden Healthcare
- Free Health Checks
- Free Flu Jabs
- Free school lunch daily (from September 2024)
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- High quality CPD opportunities
- Discounted gym membership at Avenue Tennis, Gillingham
- Access to Mental Health First Aiders
- Onsite free parking
- A Trust committed to achieving a healthy work/life balance
Closing date: Monday 6th May 2024 at 5pm
This vacancy will close on or before the specified closing date depending on the volume of suitable applicants. If you have not heard from us within 21 days of the closing date, please assume that you have not been short listed on this occasion. We wish to stress that no discourtesy is intended in following such a procedure, and you should not let this deter you from future applications.
RMGS is committed to the protection and safety of its students, is an Equal Opportunities employer, we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We are committed to eradicating discrimination in the workplace, becoming an employer of choice, for all staff to believe that they have a voice and be empowered to make a difference.
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About Rainham Mark Grammar School
Rainham Mark Grammar School is a co-educational, selective school with a large Sixth Form. It expanded to eight forms of entry from the September 2018 intake so the current roll of 1487 students is expected to peak at around 1600 students in 2024.
We aim to provide an education of the highest quality, not narrowly focused on academic achievement above all else. The co-educational ethos is central, and students work together in an environment which puts their wellbeing first. Our strong tradition of academic excellence results from students enjoying their studies, supported by a tradition of hard work and extensive support.
Our excellent facilities include a modern sports hall comprising a dance studio and fitness suite, as well as a large main space; a purpose-built music block with a recital hall and recording studio; a Sixth Form study suite; an Art block with two large studio classrooms; a drama studio; and specialist teaching suites for all subject areas.
Pastoral support from the outset is very strong and students are happy, confident and secure. Individual progress and potential are assessed frequently to ensure that the level of challenge is appropriate for each student. Relationships between staff and students are excellent with discipline firmly based on a tradition of mutual care and respect. We are proud that students leave us as confident, well-qualified and prepared to benefit from higher education.
Beyond the national curriculum subjects, students enjoy a good deal of choice. At the moment, all study two modern languages through to the end of Year 9. All students have the opportunity to study the three separate sciences (Physics, Chemistry and Biology).
Drama, Economics, Business Studies and PE are popular amongst a wide range of GCSE option choices. Extensive extra-curricular activities include many sports, Duke of Edinburgh, orchestra, band, choir, Maths puzzle club, dance and drama, and use of the computer rooms. Around 80 school trips take place, some of which are strongly linked to the curriculum, and some (during school holidays) are more for enjoyment.
Sixth Form A Level options are exceptionally wide (currently 26 different subjects are offered) and include Government & Politics, PE, Film Studies, Philosophy and Theology, Psychology and Economics besides the more traditional subjects. The majority of Sixth Formers go on to degree courses.
Admission to the school in Year 7 is via the Medway test which is taken in September. All children taking part in the selection procedure take the same test, whichever Medway school they have chosen as their preference.
RMGS is committed to the protection and safety of its students, is an Equal Opportunities employer and has Prince's Teaching Institute recognition. Ofsted judged the school as ‘Outstanding’ in all areas. The post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS disclosure, suitable references, medical clearance and appropriate qualifications for the post.
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