Head of Geography (part-time considered)

We are looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring Head of Geography to join our exceptional academy and further strengthen our staff body. We have a fantastic and diverse cohort of students who continue to make better than expected progress year after year; our current Progress 8 score is 0.37. We are rated ‘Good’ in all areas by Ofsted and have recently celebrated our best ever results.

If you have a passion for your subject with a strong breadth and depth of knowledge to motivate students beyond the classroom, then we want to hear from you!

Why work for Oasis Academy Coulsdon?  

• Outstanding facilities in a rebuilt and refurbished academy site (2011) set in beautiful vast ground on the edge of woodland  
• Oversubscribed and the school of choice for local families  
• Distinctive ‘Family’ ethos where students are challenged, loved, and expected to achieve Excellence  
• Commitment to on-going professional development ensuring all staff are given opportunities to flourish and grow  
• Work with a National Lead Practitioner from the Oasis Learning Trust to deliver and strengthen our existing centralised curriculum  
• Excellent induction for new staff, and staff new to the profession  
• Record breaking results for the past two years  
• Innovative and forward-thinking Leadership Team  
• On site nursery with subsidised places for Academy Staff  
• Relocation Packages considered 
• Truly comprehensive and inclusive Academy – committed to transforming the life chances of all its students, regardless of background  
• On-site Enhanced Learning Provision giving staff the opportunity to work with students on the Autistic Spectrum  
• Part of the Oasis Multi-Academy – a global charity committed to Education and the health and well-being of many thousands of people (see http://www.oasisuk.org/ for more details on their Amazing Journey)

The successful candidate will:  

• Be able to adapt and plan interesting and stimulating lessons effectively  
• Accommodate the variety of educational needs  
• Demonstrate excellent behaviour management skills  
• Show a creative and flexible approach to teaching  
• Have a desire to ensure that all of our young learners achieve the most successful outcomes

“The curriculum is good and its focus on developing Students’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural understanding is excellent.” Ofsted March 2015

We are looking for ambitious and dedicated Teachers who share our Vision:

Oasis Academy Coulsdon is a family dedicated to every Student and the Community. Students will achieve Excellence and a love of learning through developing Rigour, Resilience and Passion.

The Academy welcomes Applications from experienced staff as well as those newer to the profession – whatever your background or experience, we are committed to developing you and ensuring you remain professionally stimulated with real job satisfaction and support. We are committed to a diverse staff body, and actively seek to reflect our students’ backgrounds.

We welcome candidates to arrange a visit to the Academy to see life at our school first hand. Please contact Hannah Suleyman on the contact details below. Alternatively, you can visit our website to find out more www.oasisacademycoulsdon.org 

“The Academy is an inclusive community where everyone is considered important. Good Relations are fostered and discrimination is not tolerated. All, including Parents, are aiming for the same thing; a strong community that promotes tolerance, understanding, trust and respect for difference. Community cohesion is exemplary” Ofsted 2015

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Closing Date: 5th June 2022, 3pm

Completed applications should be submitted to Hannah Suleyman, Oasis Academy Coulsdon, Homefield Road, Old Coulsdon, Surrey CR5 1ES.

Tel: 01737 551 161 Email: Hannah.Suleyman@oasiscoulsdon.org

Oasis Community Learning supports Equal Opportunities

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.