Subject Leader of Geography

Aquinas Church of England Education Trust; Bromley Green; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Bishop Justus is seeking an enthusiastic Subject Leader of Geography to join a committed teaching community. The ideal candidate will possess excellent subject knowledge and be dedicated to high academic standards, promoting an exceptional educational experience for all students. This full-time role offers a competitive salary with additional benefits.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive community environment

Qualifications

• Be an excellent Teacher of Geography.
• Possess effective communication and ICT skills.
• Commit to extra-curricular activities and professional learning.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate excellent subject knowledge and convey this to students.
• Engage in extra-curricular activities including lunch time activities.
• Contribute to a happy community and professional development.

Skills

Effective communication

Emotional intelligence

ICT skills

Enthusiasm

Innovation

Education

Good honours degree

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Bishop Justus is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, energetic and adaptable Subject Leader of Geography, who can demonstrate excellent subject knowledge. We are driven by a pursuit of high academic standards regardless of background and a desire for all students to experience an exceptional education. We are open to applications from experienced teachers or ambitious newcomers.

Personal attributes

Our ideal candidate will:

• Be an excellent Teacher of Geography;
• Have a love of the subject and desire and ability to convey this to students;
• Be enthusiastic, energetic and open to innovation;
• Possess effective communication skills and be emotionally intelligent;
• Possess effective ICT skills and be open to new uses of technology in the workplace;
• Be committed to extra-curricular activities including lunch time activities;
• Be committed to continuing professional learning;
• Have integrity, optimism and a good sense of humour;
• Hold a good honours degree along with qualified teacher status.

In return, we offer:

• A happy community committed to the professional development of all colleagues;
• A distinctive local context ensuring we place inclusivity at the heart of all we do;
• A skilled and experienced team of teachers and other professionals;
• A motivated leadership team leading rapid improvement to the students’ life chances;
• A school in which the students are enthusiastic, engaging and thoughtful.

Salary & Benefits

Grade: MPS/ UPS + TLR 2B *Recruitment and retention allowance £5,000.00*

Hours: Full Time

Location

Bishop Justus Church of England School
Magpie Hall Lane
Bromley
Kent
BR2 8HZ

Please note a signed copy of your application form will be required prior to interview.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to bring appropriate identification with them to interview. For the purpose of DBS clearance, only copies of the successful applicant’s identification will be retained.

All candidates should provide two references. Permission should be sought prior to including any referee on your application form. Shortlisted candidates will have their references taken-up before any interview.

We reserve the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.