Teacher of Geography

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 department Have a focus on raising student attainment and a passion for Geography Contribute to the teaching of other Humanities subjects, such as RS, Modern Britain, Business Studies,

History or Sociology Applications 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 assessed Setting appropriate and demanding expectations Setting clear targets, building on prior attainment Assess how well learning objectives have been achieved and use them to improve specific aspects of

teaching Mark and monitor students’ work and set targets for progress Assess 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 Practice Identifying SEN or very able students Provide clear structures for lessons maintaining pace, motivation and challenge Make effective use of assessment data and ensure coverage of programmes of study Ensure effective teaching and best use of available time Monitor and intervene to ensure sound learning, behaviour and discipline Use 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 taught Evaluate their own teaching critically to improve effectiveness Prepare and present informative reports to parents Establish effective working relationships and set a good example through their presentation and

personal and professional conduct Contribution to Ethos and Priorities of the College Operate at all times within stated policies and practices of the College Contribute to the corporate life of the College through effective participation in meetings and other

management systems necessary to co-ordinate t