Head of Geography

Twyford Church of England High School, Acton, London W3 9PP is seeking to appoint a Head of Geography, required for September 2017.

Recruitment + retention allowance of up to £3,489 may be available for a well-qualified teacher who has experience teaching A Level.

We are looking for a Head of Geography in a school which offers excellent opportunities for professional development.

Twyford Church of England High School, an Ofsted outstanding school with a thriving Sixth Form, is one of two Twyford Trust schools, and the new post-holder will be joining us at a time of growth. The organisation therefore offers good promotion prospects for motivated and energetic teachers who support the ethos of our schools. SLT development opportunities are made available internally on a two-year basis.

The Geography Department comprises 4 staff, including the Head of Department, and works closely with the History Department under the leadership of the SLT link for Humanities. The school offers a wide-ranging Geography curriculum combining traditional physical geography, in which the dynamics of the physical landscape are studied, with an exploration of issues within human geography, including contemporary issues such as the impact of modern conflict. Schemes of work, and related assessments, have recently been revised to ensure students are well prepared to succeed at GCSE and are engaged and enthused to study Geography at A Level and beyond.

The new post-holder will be joining a small and successful team, with 77.5% of GCSE students achieving A*-C and 40% A*-A (2016). 2016 results at KS5 were AS: 82.4% A-C, and A2: 87.2% A*-C.

Geography is a popular choice at both GCSE and A Level. Average GCSE cohorts are between 80 and 100 students (currently 93 students in Year 11 taking Geography). At AS we have 33 students, with 26 students taking Geography A2 this summer.

The post-holder will have an unrivalled opportunity to promote and sustain academic excellence within a comprehensive context at an exciting time at the Twyford Trust.

For more information about this role please see the Job Description on the Twyford Trust website at: http://www.twyfordacademies.org.uk/recruitment/vacancies

The successful candidate will have:

• A good degree and QTS
• Proven record of outstanding results
• Outstanding skills as a classroom teacher and as a tutor
• Knowledge of the requirements of the National Curriculum
• Knowledge of the processes and techniques required to assess, record and report students’ learning effectively
• An excellent record of developmental work in current role
• Some experience of managing or implementing curriculum systems and initiatives
• Some experience of managing others / managing change
• Ability to be reflective and driven towards self-improvement
• Energy and enthusiasm
• A commitment to the ethos of the school

We offer:

• Exceptional professional development and career progression
• Positive working relationships at all levels
• A supportive and lively Leadership Team

The Twyford Trust

The Twyford Trust was established in October 2011 to enable an existing School, Twyford CE High School, to build on its successes and look outward to the large number of parents who were eager to become part of its community. The Twyford Trust aims to deliver outstanding education in a comprehensive school setting, and embraces the Twyford School motto ‘Life in all its fullness’, encouraging students to use their individual gifts wisely and well. Supported by the London Diocesan Board for Schools (LDBS), the Trust is the overarching organisation which provides support for both Trust schools.

Twyford CE High School, Acton

Twyford CE High School was set up by the LDBS in 1981. The school has an excellent reputation and was rated as ‘Outstanding’ in its most recent Ofsted inspection (May 2012). It has developed specialisms in Music and Modern Foreign Languages, as well as a large and highly successful Sixth Form in which Maths, Science and Computing are the largest areas. Since its inception the school has grown considerably and now admits around 975 students aged 11 to 16, and an additional 550 students to the Sixth Form.

How to apply

Please visit the Vacancies page of the Twyford Trust website http://www.twyfordacademies.org.uk/recruitment/vacancies for more information about how to apply, and to download a Job description, Application Form and Letter to Applicants.

Applications must be submitted to HR/Recruitment at the Twyford Trust by the closing date and time above. They can be posted to Twyford Church of England Academies Trust, c/o Twyford Church of England School, Twyford Crescent, Acton, London W3 9PP or emailed to recruitment@twyford.ealing.sch.uk. Please do not submit applications by fax.

Closing date: 12 noon, Tuesday 18 April 2017
Interview date: Friday 21 April 2017

The Twyford Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo the child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an enhanced disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and references from previous employers. For more information about the DBS please see https://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.

You will also be expected to sign and adhere to the school’s SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE and SAFE WORKING PRACTICE AGREEMENT which is available as a download on the school website Vacancies page.