Teacher of Geography and / or RE

The St Lawrence Academy is a small academy for 11-16 year old boys and girls of all abilities, specialising in Sport and Science.  Ofsted stated that we are a good academy and judged nine areas to be outstanding (March 2011).  We are an inclusive academy striving to meet the needs of all our learners in our caring environment.  We are sponsored by the Diocese of Lincoln and have a strong Christian ethos and we are an equal opportunities employer.  We welcome students from all backgrounds and faiths, regardless of ability.

At the academy, we want all students to feel included and be inspired to develop their talents - whatever they may be.  We offer a broad balanced curriculum and an environment for learning which inspires our students to do their very best.  This is what we expect.

Our students are excellent ambassadors for the academy and are proud to wear our uniform and be part of our aspirations for their future.  We want them to be determined to succeed, confident in their abilities and fully involved in the life of the academy, the local community and beyond. 

The successful candidate will:

• Be an outstanding, well qualified and enthusiastic Teacher of Geography and / or RE
• Have experience in teaching Geography and / or RE
• Demonstrate excellent subject knowledge
• Demonstrate a clear commitment to raising achievement
• Passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people
• Be well organised, inspirational, ambitious and hard working as well as committed to high standards
• Be able to assist the Subject Leader in leading, managing and developing Geography and/or RE across the academy
• Have excellent communication skills
• Have the ability to meet deadlines
• Have flexibility, vision and commitment
• Be an outstanding classroom practitioner

We can offer:

• A dedicated and enthusiastic team of teachers and support staff
• 2 year Key Stage 3 curriculum and 3 year Key Stage 4 curriculum
• An excellent reputation in the local community
• A CPD programme for all staff
• Superb facilities and new resources
• Aspirational and hard working students
• Strong parental engagement
• Pastoral and extra curricular opportunities
• Department meeting time and CPD time during the academy day
• High standards and expectations
• Access to a laptop
• Access to documents from home via Google documents

This post would suit:

• An NQT as both departments are strong with support available
• An experienced teacher wishing to join our team of fantastic staff

The academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references, including your suitability to work with students.  Applications will only be considered from individual applicants on our standard application form, and not via CV alone or agencies.

For further details visit our website www.tsla.co.uk for an application form and job description, alternatively please contact
Lorna Johnson, PA to the Senior Leadership Team on 01724 842447 or email to ljohnson@tsla.co.uk 

If you would like to discuss any of the roles please contact The Principal, Joan Barnes on 01724 842447 or email to jbarnes@tsla.co.uk 

Closing Date : Monday 29th February 2016 8am.
Interviews Friday 4th March 2016.