Teacher of Geography
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Charter School Bermondsey
Southwark
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive, Inner London, plus benefits (Leadership Award available)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- April or September 2018
- Apply by:
- 8 March 2018
Job overview
We are seeking to appoint a Teacher of Geography who will play a key role in driving progress in the subject working alongside an experienced Subject Leader. In choosing successful candidates, the panel will be seeking outstanding classroom teachers with the ability to embrace and deliver the vision of the Compass Schools Trust, with the aim of establishing the Compass School in Southwark as the most sought-after school in the Borough. This position would suit a new entrant to the profession, or a more experienced teacher seeking to make their mark on a wider area of responsibility.
At Compass School we believe that “everyone in the Compass School Community will confidently reach the destination to which they aspire”. This applies to everyone, including our staff team. Our four values of aspiration, integrity, exploration and resilience are reflected in all areas of the school and our work. We are extremely passionate about ensuring that our students meet the challenging targets that we set for them, and we strive to be outstanding and innovative practitioners ourselves.
Compass School has applied to join the prestigious City of London Family of Schools sponsored by the City of London and are already engaged in partnership work with the trust on a number of levels. The City of London family is not only the top ranking multi-academy trust in the country, but through the City heritage and values, brings opportunities through the Guilds and Livery Companies that serve as an aspirational bridge for our community.
Will you join us in reaching our aspirations?
If you share our values, have an entrepreneurial spirit, and are excited by the prospect of making a real contribution to a new and growing school, we want to hear from you.
About Compass School
Compass School Southwark is a four-form entry, mixed, 11-16 free school that opened in September 2013. Founded by a varied and experienced group of Trustees, the school will grow to offer an exceptional education to 600 young people in the heart of Bermondsey by September 2021 when it will move into a new state-of-the-art building on its current site. We are ideally located, just a short walk from Bermondsey Tube Station.
Benefits of working at Compass School
We offer competitive inner London salaries on our own pay scale, and reward great teachers with our performance related pay scheme. All staff receive laptops and an annual entitlement to high quality CPD, along with the opportunity to take flexible days off when needed. We also operate a subsidised health care scheme for those who wish to participate, and other work related benefits such as cycle to work and childcare voucher schemes.
For further information about the school and the Trust, please go to www.compass-schools.com.
If you have any questions, contact us at recruitment@compass-schools.com or 0203 542 6506.
Closing date: Thursday 8th March, 12pm.
Applications may be considered whilst the post is being advertised. Compass Schools Trust reserves the right to close adverts earlier than the stated deadline
Compass Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding children and all appointments will require an enhanced DBS check.
About Charter School Bermondsey
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The Charter School Bermondsey Formerly (Compass School Southwark)
The Charter School Bermondsey, was established in 2013 with the firm determination to become an exceptional local school. In a relatively short span of time, we have become the preferred choice for many families in our community.
Our school has gained recognition for offering a distinctive educational experience to the children under our care which combines a rigorous academic curriculum with the development of the whole child, personally, and socially as we guide them towards happy, healthy and successful adult lives.
Our goal is to be a world-class institution renowned for its exceptional academic achievements alongside creative, community and sporting opportunities.
Our brilliant and dedicated staff team will work to develop a global perspective in our students and help them achieve their ambitions. Within the Charter School community, we firmly believe that every child can reach their full potential, provided they receive the appropriate support, inspiration, and challenges.
We have identified four core values—aspiration, integrity, exploration, and resilience—that form the foundation of our approach. These values permeate all aspects of school life, including our daily routines, curriculum, and enriching experiences, ensuring a cohesive and supportive environment.
I look forward to working alongside you to ensure that The Charter School Bermondsey offers an incredibly inspiring education for all students.
Our Offer
We are an ambitious small school with small class sizes, a strong sense of community. We offer competitive inner London salaries and reward great teachers with our performance related pay scheme. All staff receive laptops and an annual entitlement to high quality CPD, and:
- Opportunities for flexible working
- Access to high quality CPD including National Professional Qualification
- A new state-of-the-art building opening in 2023 just a stone’s throw from Bermondsey tube
- Cycle to work and childcare voucher schemes
- Employee assistance programme
For further information about the school and the Trust, please go to www.charterbermondsey.org.uk
If you have any questions, contact us at recruitment@charterbermondsey.org.uk or 0203 542 6506.
Our Trust is committed to safeguarding children and all appointments will require an enhanced DBS check.
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