About this role
We are looking for a well-qualified, energetic and enthusiastic colleague to join our ambitious and highly skilled Geography department. You will need to have the knowledge, skills and creativity to be an outstanding teacher and the ability to teach your specialism to GCSE and A level.
If you have a focus on raising student attainment, a passion for Geography and are looking to work in an environment that values the learning of students we would welcome an application from you.
Main duties and responsibilities
Have the knowledge, skills and creativity to be an outstanding teacher and the ability to teach your specialism to GCSE and A Level.Contribute to enrichment and intervention support within the Geography departmentHave a focus on raising student attainment and a passion for GeographyContribute to the teaching of other Humanities subjects, such as RS, Modern Britain, Business Studies, History or SociologyApplications from NQT’s and experienced staff will be equally valued. Main Pay Scale
Student Progress
Identifying clear teaching objectives and specifying how they will be taught and assessedSetting appropriate and demanding expectationsSetting clear targets, building on prior attainmentAssess how well learning objectives have been achieved and use them to improve specific aspects of teachingMark and monitor students’ work and set targets for progressAssess and record students’ progress systematically and keep records to check work is understood and completed, monitor strengths and weaknesses, inform planning and recognise the level at which the student is achieving Professional PracticeIdentifying SEN or very able studentsProvide clear structures for lessons maintaining pace, motivation and challengeMake effective use of assessment data and ensure coverage of programmes of studyEnsure effective teaching and best use of available timeMonitor and intervene to ensure sound learning, behaviour and disciplineUse a variety of teaching methods to:1. Match approach to content, structure information, present a set of key ideas and use appropriate vocabulary
2. Use effective questioning, listen carefully to students, and give attention to errors and misconceptions
3. Select appropriate learning resources and develop study skills through library, ICT and other resources;
Ensure students acquire and consolidate knowledge, skills and understanding appropriate to the subject taughtEvaluate their own teaching critically to improve effectivenessPrepare and present informative reports to parentsEstablish effective working relationships and set a good example through their presentation and personal and professional conduct Contribution to Ethos and Priorities of the CollegeOperate at all times within stated policies and practices of the CollegeContribute to the corporate life of the College through effective participation in meetings and other management systems necessary to co-ordinate the management of the CollegeTake responsibility for own professional development and duties in relation to College policies and practicesLiaise effectively with parents and governorsTake on any additional responsibilities which might from time to time be determined Upper Pay Scale
General Description
To be an effective professional who demonstrates thorough curriculum knowledge, can teach and assess effectively, actively engages in and takes responsibility for Professional Development, and has students who achieve well.
Core Requirements of the Post
In fulfilling the requirements of the post, the teacher will demonstrate essential professional characteristics, and in particular will:
Inspire trust and confidence in students and colleaguesBuild team commitment with colleagues and with students in the classroomEngage and motivate studentsDemonstrate analytical thinkingImprove the quality of students’ learningStudent Progress
Demonstrate appropriate consistent progress:⮚ for all students
⮚ across all teaching areas
⮚ across all spectrums of background, ability and behaviour
⮚ that compares favourably with students in similar settings
Use performance data to evaluate students’ progress and set appropriate targets for improvement
Use assessment to inform planning and teaching
Report on progress to all stakeholders
Professional Practice
Maintain an up to date knowledge of good practice in teaching techniques
Know subject(s) or specialism(s) to enable effective teaching
Take account of wider curriculum developments
Incorporate national strategies in all teaching
Use knowledge of students’ learning needs
Communicate learning objectives
Effectively use homework and other extra-curricular learning opportunities
Understand and apply effective classroom management
Understand and apply a range of teaching strategies
Develop students’ basic skills including literacy, numeracy and ICT
Positively target and support individual learning needs
Maintain high levels of behaviour and discipline
Make best use of all resources
Undertake professional development to enhance teaching and students’ learning, and
⮚ Apply outcomes and identify impact
⮚ Share outcomes with colleagues
⮚ Actively engage in coaching and mentoring programmes to impact on the quality ofteaching and learning
Take responsibility for professional learning
Contribute to the Ethos and Priorities of the College
Contribute to College development planning and promote the learning priorities of theCollege Improvement Plan
Contribute to the development and/or implementation of College policies
Use the Performance Management Process to advance student learning and enhanceprofessional practice in line with the College’s aspirations and priorities
Have lead responsibility for a subject or aspect of the College’s work and develop plans which identify clear targets and success criteria for its development and/or maintenance
Promote the wider aspirations and values of the College
STAFF DEVELOPMENT
To continue personal development in the relevant areas, including subject knowledge and teaching methods.
To engage actively in the Performance Management process.
To participate in whole school professional learning programmes.
To take part in the staff development programme by participating in arrangements for further training and professional development.