What skills and experience we're looking for
We seek dynamic teachers with:
a passion for Geography and the teaching of it up to and including A-Level
enthusiasm, energy, vision and creativity
a flair for engaging with young people
strong inter-personal skills
ability to work as part of a very successful department
a commitment to school improvement and excellent student outcomes
a willingness to contribute to extra-curricular activities both within the department and wider school
What the school offers its staff
We will offer you:
a modern environment for teaching and learning
excellent induction programme and CPD
a laptop computer and excellent ICT provision
support from a genuine and committed team
ideas for innovative approaches to teaching and learning
opportunities to link with other subject areas
Further details about the role
We hope to appoint a subject specialist who is genuinely enthusiastic about Geography who is able to motivate and inspire students to work hard and enjoy their lessons. At the outset, the successful candidate will teach Geography to Years 9, 10, 11 and 12 across the full ability range. The ability to teach History at key stage 3 is desirable. Geography students in year 9 study a wide range of topics including climate change, global futures, hazards and Africa in three lessons per fortnight. At GCSE students follow the AQA specification with all students having to select either Geography or History as an option. A Level Geography is also a popular option with two classes following the AQA specification. A range of fieldwork opportunities are offered including, but not limited to, forest management at the Wyre Forest in year 10, regeneration in Birmingham in year 11 and a residential trip to the Dorset coast in year 13.
Commitment to safeguarding
South Bromsgrove High is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure & Barring Service. South Bromsgrove High Academy Trust is a charity and a company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales with Company Number 8565135 whose Registered Office is at Charford Road, Bromsgrove, B60 3NL