Head of Geography - TLR £7K + £1,500 allowance - South London - September 24

Head of Geography – TLR £7K – Aspirational School – South London – Sept 24

We are actively looking to recruit a talented, ambitious and proven Geography Teacher, ready and actively looking to take that next step as Head of Geography.

This is a full time and permanent Head of Geography position, starting September 2024.

Applicants looking to apply for this exciting Head of Geography position MUST be qualified, with UK QTS, have a minimum of 3 years’ experience teaching the geography curriculum within the UK, ideally within a diverse, London school.

Please note, this position cannot offer sponsorship to overseas candidates.

ROLE: Head of Geography

START: September 2024

CONTRACT: Permanent & Full Time

SALARY: London MPS / UPS + TLR (£7K) + Academy Allowance (£1,500)

APPLICANTS: Qualified Geography Teacher – minimum of 3 years teaching experience

SCHOOL: Modern, inclusive & aspirational Secondary School

DEPARTMENT: Established team of 3 – excellent results & strong KS5 cohort

OFTSED: Graded GOOD (OFSTED)

LOCATION: South London – Croydon – excellent & multiple transport links (Zone 4)

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented and ambitious Geography Teacher!!

This opportunity has come about, with the current HOD moving abroad to teach.

WHO ARE THE SCHOOL & SLT LOOKING FOR…

• Head of Geography
• Previous management experience ideally required – KS coordinator / 2iC
• Qualified Geography Teachers ONLY to apply - UK QTS a MUST
• Trained via formal, recognised pathway - PGCE, Schools Direct / SCITT or Teach First
• Experienced Geography Teacher required – minimum of 3 years (UK curriculum)
• Ability to teach Geography across KS3, 4 & 5
• 1^st class or 2:1 Geography degree
• Genuine passion & interest for teaching & your subject
• Ability to lead & develop a talented team of Geography teachers
• Teaching practice and approach focused on motivating and inspiring pupils.
• Confident & able in meeting the teaching standards to a ‘Good or Outstanding’ level

MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE SCHOOL…

• Brilliant team in place – cohesive – established – low staff turnover!
• Excellent SLT in place
• Geography part of a large, established humanities team
• Geography a popular choice at KS5!
• Modern facilities throughout the school
• Varied & collaborative CPD opportunities.
• South London – Borough of Croydon
• Excellent & multiple transport links available – ZONE 4

The SLT are looking to interview ASAP!

APPLY TODAY for this exciting Head of Geography opportunity by applying via this advert. You will be contacted to discuss the school and role immediately if shortlisted.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed.

The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.

This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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Head of Geography – TLR £7K – Aspirational School – South London – Sept 24