Geography Teacher

This role is suitable for ECTs.

We are looking for a Geography Teacher in a school which offers outstanding opportunities for professional development. Twyford Church of England High School, an Ofsted outstanding school with a thriving Sixth Form, is one of four Twyford Trust schools, and the new post-holder will be joining us at a time of growth. The Trust offers excellent promotion prospects for motivated and energetic teachers who support the ethos of our schools. 

The school offers a wide-ranging Geography curriculum combining traditional physical geography, in which the dynamics of the physical landscape are studied, with an exploration of issues within human geography, including contemporary issues such as the impact of modern conflict. Our curriculum is driven by sharply focused learning outcomes leading to thorough subject knowledge and sustained progress. We assess our students rigorously and regularly, with students working towards GCSE and A-level assessment objectives even at KS3. This ensures that there is sustained development of key skills and depth of knowledge required for them to be successful throughout their schooling.

For more information about the school please visit the Twyford CE High School and Twyford Trust websites. 

We offer:

• Exceptional professional development and career progression.
• Positive working relationships at all levels.
• A supportive and lively Leadership Team.
• A full-range of Trust services providing support and development

Successful Candidates will have:

• A good degree and Qualified Teacher Status.
• Successful teaching experience in a high achieving secondary school.
• Ability to teach Geography to at least KS5.
• Knowledge of the requirements of the National Curriculum.
• An understanding of recent curriculum / learning developments.
• An understanding of the strategies required to motivate and enthuse all students across the ability range as part of a whole school approach to raising achievement.
• An understanding of the processes and techniques required to assess, record and report students’ learning effectively.
• Ability to be reflective and driven towards self-improvement.
• A commitment to the ethos of the school.

How to apply

Please visit the Vacancies page of the Twyford Trust website to download the job description and application form: https://twyfordacademiesweb.eploy.net/vacancies/vacancy-search-results.aspx

Closing date: Midnight, Sunday 14 April 2024

Interview date: Thursday 25 April 2024

The school reserves the right to research shortlisted candidates on social media platforms and the internet, and the recruitment panel may take this information into consideration during the recruitment process.

The Twyford Trust 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 undergo the child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an enhanced disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and references from previous employers. For more information about the DBS please see https://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check

You will also be expected to sign and adhere to the school’s SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE and SAFE WORKING PRACTICE AGREEMENT which is available as a download on the school website.

The Twyford Church of England Academy Trust is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents our context and wider community. We are aware that those of Global Majority Heritage/United Kingdom Minority Ethnic (GMH/UKME) and disabled people are currently under-represented among our staff, and we particularly encourage applications from those with the relevant skills and experience that will increase this representation.