Geography Teacher PT or FT
Wrotham School
Kent
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- Salary:
- Geography Teacher (Maternity Cover) Required for 1/9/2022 Full time Full MPS/ UPS range considered– Negotiable based on experience and suitability to the role Applications are welcome from candidates with all levels of experience Application Deadline
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- April or September 2023
- Apply by:
- 30 January 2023
Job overview
Geography Teacher (Maternity Cover)
Required for April/ September 2023
Full time
Full MPS/ UPS range considered– Negotiable based on experience and suitability to the role
Applications are welcome from candidates with all levels of experience
Application Deadline – 30/1/2023
Interviews – To be arranged on application
Job Summary
We are excited to advertise the position of Geography Teacher including those who wish to undertake and advanced skills teacher post.
About the role
We are justifiably proud of our outstanding Geography department which consistently delivers an engaging and inspirational curriculum whilst achieving the highest levels of student progress at GCSE and A Level. Our results are above average and reflect the high standards of pedagogy and curriculum in the department.
Wrotham School is a highly successful school with high expectations of progress and character. We look after our staff and provide a rewarding and caring environment in which to work. This post is suitable for practitioners who are passionate about their subject and wish to work in a school where success is rewarded with both autonomy and competitive remuneration.
This post is suitable for ECT’s and we welcome their application. Equally, we also welcome applications from all ranges of experience.
Personal Specification
Required:
A passion for exciting and engaging lessons that apply real world skills to creative projects.
A working understanding of assessment and moderation of GCSE and A level Geography.
A desire and determination to achieve outstanding results by working with all students to maximise their progress and attainment.
A commitment to our ethos as a recognised ‘’School of Character’’.
Willingness to work collaboratively with staff across our small trust.
A general keenness and enthusiasm for extracurricular activity and school visits/trips and enrichment activity.
Desirable:
A track record of success in teaching Geography at KS4 and 5.
Experience of moderating Geography coursework and exam papers at KS4 and 5. Exam board training and knowledge of a range of relevant qualifications.
In return the school offers:
A highly competitive salary for the appropriately skilled candidate.
Access to TLR opportunities in a range of areas based on individual skillset that can be discussed at interview.
An opportunity to be part of a high performing and happy staff team.
To be part of the development of the humanities workspaces and curriculum at Wrotham School as we transfer to our exciting new building in 2024.
Excellent work life balance opportunities including flexible working, restricted working hours a culture of trust and autonomy.
Working for a school that is passionate about staff welfare.
Career development opportunities and pathways, in school and across our trust. Regular and supportive line management.
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Equal opportunities employer
Wrotham School is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and actively encourages applications from all potential candidates regardless of race, gender, sexuality and disability.
Safeguarding
Wrotham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and check against the ISA Barred List for children.
Contact Wrotham School
We highly recommend contacting us to arrange an informal visit to the school to fully understand what makes Wrotham School such a desirable place to work.
If you would like to discuss the post please contact Jan Wheeler, HR, on 01732 905869 or by email.
Please apply by completing an application form, available on our website via the button below and by writing a letter of no more than 2 A4 sides explaining what skills and attributes you have that would make you the best person for this job.
Applications will be considered upon receipt and we reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy should sufficient interest be received or we are able to appoint prior to the closing date. Early application is recommended.
About Wrotham School
Wrotham School is a highly successful comprehensive school that boasts outstanding behaviour, supportive parents and a deeply embedded culture of high expectations. It is a school where students make outstanding progress and achieve some of the highest progress and attainment scores in Kent.
The school has been recognised for its excellent work on Character Education by being awarded the prestigious School of Character Kitemark – a formal acknowledgement of the work the school has done to promote and develop good character in the school community.
Wrotham School prides itself on its low staff turnover due to our friendly and supportive staff team, career development opportunities and commitment to flexible working with a healthy work life balance.
We are a progressive and innovative school that provides a positive and productive place to work for teachers of all experience levels.
Wrotham School is part of the Character Education Trust.
Headteacher – Mr Michael Cater
Executive Headteacher – Mr Matthew Wright MA
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