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Head of Geography

Head of Geography

Oasis Academy Arena

Croydon

  • £29,915 - £45,766 per year
  • Expired
Salary:
TLR 2B £4785 + Teachers Pension
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
25 May 2022

Job overview

Head of Geography

 

At Oasis Academy Arena, London


Salary: M1- UPS3 Outer London £29,915 - £45,766 TLR 2b (£4,785) plus Pension Scheme

Role: Full-time

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: 1st September 2022

Closed Date: 25th May 2022

Interviews:  To be confirmed 



Become a part of the Arena family.

We are seeking to recruit an exceptional Head of Geography to lead our talented Geography department at Oasis Arena, South Norwood.  Join our passionate team at the Academy, inspire our dedicated students and make your mark on our community.

About us

Oasis Academy Arena is an inclusive school, intent on improving the life chances of all our students, ensuring they reach their academic potential and develop as young adults ready for the next stage of education. We encourage our students to be kind, ambitious and professional, whilst valuing their individuality and creativity. 


Our interleaved, carefully sequenced curriculum fosters a culture of lifelong learning. We emphasise learning over performance, and support our students to develop the skills, self-discipline and confidence to succeed. We encourage curiosity about the world and seek to inspire our students to contribute positively to it, both now and in the future. 


Our students deserve the very best curriculum, facilities, teaching and support. Oasis Academy Arena boasts state-of-the-art learning facilities, situated adjacent to excellent sporting facilities, and just minutes to Tramlines, National Rail and London Overground services. 

 

  

About you

At Oasis, we recruit those people who display the character and competence to drive learning forward and accelerate achievement standards for all of our students. It is therefore essential that candidates can identify with, and be committed to, upholding the values of the Oasis Ethos and be ambassadors for Inclusion, Equality, Healthy Relationships, Hope and Perseverance.

The ideal candidates will have a real love for their subject and a desire to share their knowledge and experiences. They will be positive, passionate and enthusiastic with the ability to instil these qualities in our students. It is essential that you demonstrate up-to-date knowledge of teaching, learning and behaviour strategies.

We are a 2 minute walk from the Arena Tram Stop with East Croydon & Norwood Junction BR stations within easy reach. 

Our offer

In return for your hard work and commitment, we will offer you:

• A supportive environment where your talents are valued and nurtured

• The chance to work with charismatic students who are keen to engage with their learning and make the most of the opportunities afforded to them

• High quality continuous professional development, with the chance to take on new     responsibilities 

• A dedicated and supportive Academy Council

• Reduced membership fee at our on-site gym

• The opportunity to work with subject specialists across our wider Oasis family

Interested? Call or visit us

The Principal of Oasis Academy Arena, Thomas Raymond, is always happy to discuss the role or meet with potential candidates to talk about his values driven vision for our Academy and show you our working environment, allowing you to get a real sense of our Academy’s atmosphere. These visits can be arranged by emailing lynn.nunn@oasisarena.org, or by calling 0208 240 6700

If you are interested in applying for the role please complete and return our standard application form by no later than 11am Wednesday 25th May 2022. Completed forms should be returned either by email to recruitment@oasisarena.org or by post to Oasis Academy Arena, Albert Road, London SE25 4QL

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks, and a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis Community Learning ethos.

Oasis Community Learning supports Equal Opportunities Employment.

Oasis Community Learning is a company limited by Guarantee registered in England and Wales no. 5398529.

Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours, which flow from the Oasis ethos. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.


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About Oasis Academy Arena

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+44 20 7921 4207

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We are delighted you are thinking of joining Oasis Academy Arena.

We are a secondary school for children aged 11-16, located on Albert Road, Croydon, dedicated to providing exceptional education at the heart of our community. Our academy has a 'no limits, no excuses' motto, as we believe that every young person who joins our school should have the opportunity and support to reach their full potential - no matter what their starting point. 

We are an academy where everyone is celebrated, and no-one should feel left out. Staff and students work together towards a common shared goal, and our curriculum is fresh and dynamic. 

What we give our staff:

  • Strong CPD opportunities within the Oasis family and through external training
  • A supportive leadership team
  • Access to a fully developed curriculum to support with work/life balance
  • Opportunities to take on more responsibility within the academy and within the wider Oasis, such as the National Lead Practitioner roles
  • Invitations to national and regional and specialist conferences
  • Support through Regional Improvement Networks
  • and more!

Being a part of the Oasis family of academies means that you will have a supportive network of leaders, teachers and specialists around you to support you and the academy in our shared vision of delivering exceptional. We are also connected to our Oasis community Hub, offering support to the wider community and getting involved in incentives that truly change lives. 

Apply today and become part of something special. Become part of Oasis Academy Arena.

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