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Subject Leader of Geography

Subject Leader of Geography

Wellfield School

Durham, County

  • Expired
Salary:
MPS or UPS plus TLR 2b
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
Autumn Term 2024
Apply by:
5 April 2024

Job overview

Are you an exceptional teacher of Geography ready to take your first step into middle leadership? We are seeking a passionate individual eager to progress from teaching to a subject leader role at Wellfield School. As part of our dynamic team, you will receive unparalleled support and training from the Head of Humanities. Join our experienced group of middle leaders and become part of our community.

This is a wonderful opportunity to gain valuable Leadership experience, in a supportive setting.

We are extremely fortunate to have a strong yet encouraging Senior Leadership Team and a Head of Humanities, who are available to support and guide you through your leadership journey.

The successful candidate will:

  • have excellent subject knowledge 
  • be an excellent practitioner
  • be keen to share and develop your own practice
  • be a dynamic and enthusiastic teacher, able to inspire and enthuse others
  • share our high expectations of achievement for all students

In turn we offer:

  • bespoke CPD and leadership development
  • a friendly and supportive learning environment
  • excellent support from the Senior Leadership Team and Governing Body
  • opportunities to collaborate with other Middle leaders and Geography departments across the Trust.

If you feel that you could have a positive impact and support our ‘Good’ school on its journey to outstanding, please get in touch.

We would welcome candidates to visit the school, this can be arranged by contacting Kelly Jobes - Headteacher's PA at k.jobes@wellfieldschool.net

About Wellfield School

+44 1429 838 783

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Wellfield School is a mixed, comprehensive, non-denominational secondary school without sixth form situated in Wingate, County Durham. It is a community state school that provides 1,200 places for students between the ages of 11 and 16 when fully subscribed.  Wellfield School is part of New College Durham Academies Trust.

Acting Head of School

Louise Colquhoun

Values and vision

Wellfield School’s motto is “Go the extra mile”. It is a learning community that aims for high achievement and success for all. The secondary school prides itself on being a happy and caring environment, an exciting centre of learning for the community, and a place where all children feel respected for their individual talents.

Wellfield School holds mathematics and computing specialist status. A recent £8.5m investment led to a rebuild of school premises.

Ofsted report

“The achievement of students is good and continues to improve rapidly because of the successful and relentless drive by governors and senior leaders to increase the proportion of good and outstanding teaching. There are excellent relationships between students and staff and this helps to build a purposeful environment for learners where all feel valued. Students feel safe and are very proud of their school.”

View Wellfield School’s latest Ofsted report

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