Teacher of Geography

We are delighted to offer this fantastic opportunity for an inspirational, motivated and enthusiastic Geography teacher to join us from Easter or September 2023. The successful candidate will want to make a difference to the lives of our students and help develop independent and resilient young people who can accomplish their ambitions when leaving the Academy.

We place great importance on our humanities subjects, being very aware that Geography is the subject which opens the door to our dynamic world, helps to prepare students for the role of global citizens in the 21st Century and to gain an understanding of a diverse range of cultures and societies and how they exist and interconnect. The Humanities Team pride themselves on the strong work ethic within the department which involves a system of shared planning and offers plenty of opportunity for CPD.

In Years 7-9 students study Geography and follow a broadly-based curriculum which reflects the National Curriculum with a focus on both physical and human geography. In Years 10 and 11, the students opting for Geography follow the AQA syllabus. The AQA syllabus is also followed for the A-Level programme of study. Most year groups have some fieldwork experience and there are plans to increase this further. Applicants should be prepared to teach across the age range (11-18) and some knowledge of both the GCSE and A-level AQA courses will be an advantage.

A candidate applying for this post should:

●     deliver high-quality lessons on a consistent basis

●     adhere to whole school teaching and learning foci

●     manage behaviour effectively by praising and sanctioning appropriately

●     liaise closely with the Head of Faculty to look for opportunities to support/challenge students

●     be willing to joint-plan schemes of work

We are a welcoming and caring community where our core values of Limitless Potential, Intentional Excellence, Mutual Respect, Genuine Integrity and Amazing Grace based on Christian values, run through all we do. It is central to our ethos, day-to-day curriculum, extra-curricular activities and pastoral structures. Here at Grace Academy we not only focus on the academic excellence of students but also work with students on supporting them to be the best human beings they can be.

We have high expectations for all those involved in the education of children. It is important that all students leaving Grace Academy have the qualifications they need in order to follow the path they have chosen; that students do not limit themselves and that staff and parents support them in raising their expectations and aspirations.

We pride ourselves on our caring ethos with a strong and genuine focus on staff wellbeing, putting development and wellbeing at the heart of our work. We work hard to look after our pool of talented staff who are encouraged to grow, develop and work collaboratively.

The Trust schools have a shared vision and purpose: to deliver outstanding educational experiences that lead to inspiring outcomes. Each academy has a strong individual identity and tailors their educational provision to serve their local community. Academies within the Trust collaborate to share expertise and maximise opportunities and experiences for our students.