Teacher of Geography
Strode's College
Surrey
- Expired
- Salary:
- £22,937 - £38.364 plus £994 Fringe allowance
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 01/09/2017
- Apply by:
- 7 May 2017
Job overview
We are seeking to appoint a full or part time teacher/s of Geography with some tutorial responsibility for a suitably qualified candidate for September 2017. An ability to deliver BTEC Level 3 Travel and Tourism or another subject is desirable but not essential. This permanent position is a main scale post (£22,937- £38,364) with an additional London Fringe allowance of £994 per annum.
Geography is currently within the Biological Sciences Department which is made up of a team of 7 full and part time teachers and a small team of laboratory technicians who support the work of the teaching staff across the College’s science provision.
The Department currently has over approx. 80 students taking Geography A level and 240+ students taking Biology and Chemistry A level. The College also offers the BTEC in Applied Science (Forensics) and some staff from the Department contribute to the teaching of this qualification. Some science staff also contribute to the GCSE Single Award Science and BTEC Level 2 & 3 Health & Social programmes.
Examination results in Geography are broadly on par with or above the national averages. A significant number of students proceed to first degrees in Geography, Environmental Science or related subjects. The Department has also been successful over a number of years in securing such awards as the Nuffield Bursary and Surrey County Scholarship Awards for students completing Level 3 courses in pure sciences at Strode’s. Progression routes across the department typically include Conservation, Teaching, Medicine, Veterinary Science, Physiotherapy, Biochemistry and Nursing Studies. BTEC results are good, with equal numbers progressing to their chosen university or into science related work.
The Biological Sciences Department is currently based in four, new dedicated laboratories with two specialist prep rooms and classrooms dedicated to Geography and Health & Social Care Classrooms and laboratories have interactive whiteboards and desktop PCs with appropriate software. Office accommodation is provided for the teaching staff and most are provided with their own laptop. The Department has its own site on the college’s VLE and this is regularly used by the students.
There is a strong and developing culture of student subject support within the Biological Sciences Department, and the Department deliver a range of enrichment opportunities. Including the lunchtime club for Vets & Medics, competition groups for the Chemistry Olympiad, Science Symposium and the RSC Chemistry Analyst competition. They also offer day trips to relevant organisations such as Affinity Water, Thorpe Park, Natural History Museum and Kew Gardens. Additionally, the Geography students get the opportunity to participate in a 3-day residential trip to complement their studies.
Closing Date: The closing date for applications to reach the College is midday on Monday May 8th 2017
Interviews: will be held during week commencing Monday 15th May 2017.
About Strode's College
- Strode's College
- High Street, Egham
- Surrey
- TW20 9DR
- United Kingdom
Strode’s College, part of Windsor Forest Colleges Group, offers an exceptional sixth form learning experience in the heart of Egham. Seamlessly blending 300 years of history and tradition with modern facilities, inspirational teaching, successful results and exceptional support, the College is dedicated to helping every student fulfil their potential and create their future. The College also offers a diverse range of courses for adults, from accredited training programmes to recreational courses.
Group Principal & Chief Executive
Kate Webb
About Windsor Forest Colleges Group
It's a fantastic time to join the team at Windsor Forest Colleges Group.
Windsor Forest Colleges Group is a leading education provider in the south-east, which was formed through a partnership between East Berkshire College and Strode’s College in Egham. Delivering high quality education and training to over 8,000 students and businesses each year, we offer state of the art learning environments at our three main campuses: Langley College, Strode's College and Windsor College.
Join our friendly team and you’ll not only have a rewarding career, but you’ll also become part of a forward-thinking community, which is dedicated to helping its staff as well as its students develop their skills and fulfill their potential.
Our mission is to inspire ambition and make a positive difference to lives through learning. We are keen to recruit talented individuals who are passionate about helping us to deliver the highest standards of education and training to local people, communities and businesses. In return, we offer a supportive and inclusive working environment, where everyone’s skills and ideas are valued and respected.
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