Geography Teacher

Geography Teacher Full Time Permanent  

• We are seeking to appoint a teacher who: 
• Has real enthusiasm for their subject and a commitment to teaching Geography  
• Teaches engaging and challenging lessons that promote students’ abilities to learn independently and to respond effectively to feedback 
• Believes that Geography has an important role to play in the development of     students’ skills, knowledge and understanding 
• Is able to contribute to the Geography team and take an active part in curriculum planning and preparation 
• Is passionate about global education and keen to embed themes such as sustainability, community and social justice within our Geography and wider school curriculum 
• Is able to instill in students a love of Geography  
• Recognises the value of learning beyond the classroom  in enhancing the understanding and experience of the world in which we live 
• Is keen to work in a school which is held in high esteem by its parents and who want further to extend this reputation for excellence 

Geography has always been a very popular subject at Burton Borough School, with large numbers of students opting to study it at Key Stage 4.   

We offer: 

• A professional learning culture that is highly focused on developing your teaching craft 
• A well-equipped, modern learning environment that includes a new £8 million teaching block 
• A strong community ethos built through a House System, with each House retaining a strong sense of identity 
• A ‘stage not age’ attitude to career development opportunities 
• A school that provides rich opportunities for extra-curricular activities including the Duke of Edinburgh Scheme, team sports, dramatic performances and an internationally acclaimed School 

Band Burton Borough is an inclusive mixed Comprehensive School of 1100 students, situated on the Shropshire/ Staffordshire border within the pleasant market town of Newport.  Our location provides easy access to/ from Shrewsbury, Stafford, Telford and Wolverhampton 

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will need to undertake a DBS enhanced clearance for the school. 

If you are interested in applying for this opportunity, further information and the application pack can be found on our website www.burtonborough.org.uk, or telephone 01952 386500 or email kay.mcclean@taw.org.uk   

Closing Date: 31st January 2018 

Interviews: will take place 8th February 2018