Lead Teacher of Humanities (Geography specialism)
Kirk Balk Academy
Barnsley
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS + TLR 2 (exact point negotiable for an outstanding candidate)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2017
- Apply by:
- 2 April 2017
Job overview
Required for September 2017
Are you ready to transform student outcomes in our thriving Humanities department? Do you have a passion for the development and coaching of teachers at all levels?
We would like to present you with a truly exceptional opportunity to play a key role in shaping the provision of secondary education and lifelong learning prospects within our ambitious and wonderful academy.
We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, energetic, dynamic and ambitious practitioner, with a proven track record of outstanding teaching to this new role of lead teacher within our Humanities department.
The successful candidate will be part of our highly successful and growing Humanities leadership team which comprises of:
- Head of Humanities faculty
- Two existing TLR holders responsible for quality assurance, curriculum and progress
- Lead Teacher in Humanities – THIS NEW POST
- 5 other teachers of Humanities (in the specialisms of History, Geography, Sociology & RE)
This role will have a key focus on the development of our NQT and ITT staff in the Humanities faculty. Prior experience of mentoring staff is highly sought after for this post.
The successful candidate must be able to teach Geography to a GCSE standard at both KS3 & KS4.
The ideal candidate will:
- Be an outstanding teacher with the drive and capacity to improve the practice of others through their role
- Have experience of teaching Geography
- Be passionate about becoming a truly outstanding leader.
- Have a clear vision of how to improve teaching and learning in Humanities
- Be able to lead, motivate and inspire students and colleagues
- Be resilient, hard-working, solution focused and whole heartedly committed to transforming student outcomes
Kirk Balk Academy offers the successful candidate a passionate commitment to professional learning that places individual development at the heart of its ethos. You will also benefit from opportunities to learn as part of a dynamic, forward-facing leadership team with an outstanding track record in school improvement.
The Academy has the significant benefits of a new build which was officially opened in April 2011 and offers exciting and innovative opportunities to students and staff. We strongly recommend visiting our inspirational campus.
This could be your opportunity to make a significant and measurable difference in improving the educational attainment of the children and young people in this community.
Application forms and further details are available from hr@kirkbalkacademy.org or the website www.kirkbalkacademy.org
Completed application forms and covering letters should be sent to hr@kirkbalkacademy.org
Please note that we do not accept CV’s - applicants must submit a KBA application form.
Closing date: 9:00am on Monday 3rd April 2017
Interviews are likely to take place on Friday 7th April 2017
Informal visits are available and are very strongly encouraged. Please contact Michelle Pedler using the details above
The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
An Enhanced DBS check will be undertaken for the successful applicant.
Attached documents
About Kirk Balk Academy
Welcome from the Principal
I am both incredibly proud and profoundly delighted to be able to offer you a warm welcome to Northern Education Trust, Kirk Balk Academy.
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We are unashamedly focused on the educational outcomes of our students and deem that our students deserve to achieve the very best grades that they are capable of. We believe that this is the whole point of running a great school and we are exceedingly proud that we achieve this by taking a truly child centred approach. Our students are the most important people in our building!
We are keen for everyone to understand our vision:
“We constantly focus on standards as we understand outcomes are paramount. Our decision making is driven entirely by what is best for children. By doing this we enhance the life chances of the children and young people in our care.”
In addition to the core business, there are also countless opportunities to learn, develop, make new friends and have fun through extra-curricular activities. We have a strong sporting ethos, and there are many different sports offered throughout the year. In addition to this, we offer extra-curricular opportunities in drama, music, dance, and many other areas. There are countless trips, outings and charity events too, via our well-developed House System.
I hope you already share or will come to share, my belief that Kirk Balk is an exceptional place to attend as a student or to work in as an adult. I feel extremely privileged to be the Principal here and hope our website will help you to find out more about us.
Dean Buckley
Principal at Kirk Balk Academy
On behalf of the Northern Education Trust Board, welcome to Northern Education Trust Kirk Balk Academy.
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Rob Tarn
Chief Executive
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