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Teacher of Geography

Teacher of Geography

West Buckland School

Devon

Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
Required from September 2017
Apply by:
25 April 2017

Job overview

An inspirational and well-qualified teacher is required from September 2017 to join a dynamic and thriving Geography department. Opportunity may arise for appointment to the post as Head of Geography for suitable candidates. 

The appointment will suit a creative and passionate teacher who is able to lead student learning through to A-level. You should be enthusiastic about contributing to the students’ wider academic and intellectual development, and committed to the co-curricular life of this busy boarding and day school.

West Buckland is the leading co-educational independent school in North Devon, set in 100 acres on the edge of Exmoor National Park. The school community is proud of its strong academic results, established excellence in sport, creative and performing arts and has a reputation for strong pastoral care. It is a wonderful place to work.

If you wish to discuss the position with the Head of Geography, Mr Matt Brimson, please contact him by email: mtb@westbuckland.com

To apply please complete the application form along with a full curriculum vitae, and the names and addresses of two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer, and return to recruitment@westbuckland.com

Full details and an application form can be downloaded from www.westbuckland.com (under employment) or call 01598 760281 for an application pack.

Closing date: 26th April 2017 • Interview date: w/c 1st May 2017.  
Please identify on your application form your availability for release from your current appointment.

West Buckland School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. The post is defined as being within the scope of Regulated Activity.

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About West Buckland School

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West Buckland School was founded in 1858 nine miles from the town of Barnstaple. It stands in nearly 100 acres of grounds, surrounded by farmland, near the western edge of Exmoor.  Its rural location is outstandingly beautiful.  A number of staff live in houses and flats on the campus; most have their own homes in the area.   

The school’s buildings and facilities have developed steadily throughout its history and recent developments include the outstanding Jonathan Edwards Sports Centre, and the award‐winning 150 Building,  a  major  £5m development  which  includes  the  Art  and  Design  Technology Departments and a Theatre.  The very ambitious programme to build Parker’s, a seventy bed Sixth Form boarding house, and The Michael Morpurgo Library, a state of the art building comprising study facilities, library and resource centre, opened in autumn 2015.   

The school is fully coeducational and has grown considerably in recent years.  In the Senior and Preparatory Schools there are over 500 boys and girls aged 4 to 18 including over 90 boarders, and 159 students in the Sixth Form, a record number.   There is strong demand for boarding places.  The school has its own Preparatory School, with pupils aged 4 to 11, which is on the same site. Attached to the Preparatory School is a thriving Nursery for children aged 3 and 4.   

Academic standards at the school are high, and for many years West Buckland has been one of the most consistently high performing schools in the South West at GCSE and A‐level. A‐level results typically exceed 70% A* to B and our GCSE students this year achieved 52.4% of passes at A* and A. There is considerable emphasis on extracurricular activities at the school, with a proud record in boys’ and girls’ games, Drama, Music, the Combined Cadet Force, Outdoor Education and the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme.   

Further information about the school may be found on our website: www.westbuckland.com

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