Teacher of Geography

Teaching Vacancies; Dudley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A thriving educational institution in Dudley is searching for an enthusiastic Teacher of Geography committed to providing high-quality teaching and fostering student engagement. Ideal candidates should have the ability to inspire diverse learners and contribute positively to the school community's ongoing improvement. The role requires a Qualified Teacher Status and a passion for promoting students' academic and personal growth. Applications from newly qualified and experienced professionals are welcomed.

Qualifications

• Ability to inspire and engage students in the learning process.
• Commitment to improving student achievement and attainment.
• Capability to plan and deliver effective lessons.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons that inspire students.
• Support a diverse cohort of students to achieve their best.
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of the school.

Skills

Effective student engagement

Innovative teaching methods

Commitment to student success

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

What Skills and Experience We're Looking For

The Crestwood School is a thriving, inclusive school with a strong commitment to supporting all students in achieving their full potential. We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Geography with the ability to teach to a professional standard who understands effective student learning through challenging, high quality and exciting teaching methods. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire and engage students in a school that values academic excellence and holistic development.

The successful candidate will possess the expertise to inspire and engage students and will be determined to get the best from our diverse cohort of students, ensuring they make their very best progress. This will be achieved through planning and delivering engaging lessons, which will inspire our learners to succeed. Applications are welcomed from talented and aspirant individuals who genuinely enjoy teaching and who have a commitment to continuing to improve students’ achievement and attainment. We are ambitious for our students and take great pride in being a positive and supportive learning community.

Applications are welcomed from newly qualified as well as more experienced professionals who possess the necessary drive and commitment to work with our students to contribute to the continued improvement of the school.

What the School Offers Its Staff

The Crestwood School is a secondary school for children between the ages of 11 and 16. It is a coeducational establishment which was converted to academy status in March 2015. It is based in the town of Kingswinford, West Midlands, in Dudley. Crestwood School exists to provide an unrivalled learning environment for the young people in our local and wider community. Through our teaching and pastoral care we aim to develop independent young people with a thirst for learning. Our students know, if they do so, they will achieve more success than is expected of them. We encourage students to strive to achieve more than is expected of them. Our students are valued by the academy. By working hard, they should be able to achieve excellent results with the support from the teachers.

Commitment to Safeguarding

We are deeply committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All necessary safeguarding checks will be undertaken which must have satisfactory outcomes, otherwise the conditional job offer may be withdrawn. Details of the checks that will be undertaken can be found at: KCSIE, 2023. This role has been assessed as working in regulated activity and is subject to an Enhanced DBS plus Children’s Barred List Check. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.