Job Description
Download printable version
SUBJECT LEADER - GEOGRAPHY
Required September 2018
TLR2b: £4443
We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and well-qualified teacher to take responsibility for the leadership of Geography and assist in the management of the Humanities Faculty in this large 11-19 Academy. The Subject Leader of Geography will be primarily responsible for establishing and supporting the resources and environment for learning for all Geography courses within the Humanities Faculty.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach across the whole 11 - 19 age and ability range including A Level. The successful candidate should be:
· Adynamic and innovative Geography teacher with excellent communication skills
· Able to demonstrate a strong commitment to learning and raising standards
· Experienced in teaching across the ability range
We can offer you:
· a highly supportive and friendly working environment
· opportunities to teach across KS3, 4 and 5
Plume Academy is a friendly and supportive academy where the professional development of all our staff is given a very high priority. Plume's very positive 2018 Ofsted inspection judged the academy as 'good' across all areas, including the Sixth Form.
Plume Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are therefore subject to satisfactory DBS and Immigration Checks, together with the receipt of references and only applications submitted on the Academy's application form will be considered.
Visits to the Academy are welcome.
For full details and an application form, please visit our website at www.plume.essex.sch.uk
Closing date: 12 noon Monday 19 March 2018
Information about the School
Work at a place where you feel valued and recognised. An environment where imagination and creativity counts. Work with us.
Currently the third largest secondary school in Essex as a single academy trust and growing, we are focused on enhancing our future structure and have roles where we are seeking people who can bring fresh perspectives and new variety for the benefits of our students. At Plume Academy you will find the space to develop your talents, the freedom to contribute and the opportunity to grow as part of our welcoming and inclusive family. Employing over 250 staff, from teaching and learning to management and administration, you will find opportunities at every level, across both of our campuses.
Our people share a determination to push boundaries, think differently and achieve more. As an employee, you’ll play a crucial part in assisting with our continual development. In return, we will support, nurture and reward you with benefits from training and development to responsibility recognition.
Plume had a successful Ofsted inspection in November 2023 and was judged a ‘good’ Academy. Ofsted acknowledged the high quality of teaching and excellent relationships in the Academy.
Plume Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are therefore subject to satisfactory DBS and Immigration Checks, demonstration of ability, together with the receipt of references.
If you would like to telephone the HR Department prior to completing the application form, they would be pleased to discuss the role in further detail and arrange a visit to the academy.
We look forward to hearing from you!