Teacher of Geography

Wednesfield Academy- Lichfield Road, Wolverhampton, WV11 3ES

Salary: MPS or upper scale where required (ECTs Welcome)

Start Date: January 2025 

“Geography is not important: it is essential.” – National Geospatial Centre of Excellence (NGCE)

We need a talented teacher of Geography who has the passion to provide our children with the best possible experience of this essential subject. Could it be you?

 Whether you are beginning your career as an ECT or you have been teaching geography for decades, to really inspire the next generation of geographers you need an environment with the right conditions. You need an environment where pupils genuinely want to learn. An environment in which your colleagues are as geeky about your subject as you are.

Whatever your level of experience in the classroom, it’s your passion for your subject that counts. We prize love of learning above all else.  

About You:

Your skills will include:

·        Being a good/outstanding classroom practitioner with a good understanding of how children learn;

·        Having up to date subject and pedagogical knowledge.   

·        Possessing a passion to make a difference in pupils’ lives and showing a commitment to school improvement.

About us:

One of the latest schools to join the Trust in January 2023, Wednesfield Academy is at an exciting stage of its journey. This is the ideal opportunity for people who want to share in the excitement of turning a school around.

We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.

To apply, please complete our application form available from https://www.workatmatrix.co.uk/ and send to Headteacher Mr J Phillips: jphillips@wednesfieldacademy.co.uk.

You may also wish to contact him to arrange an informal look at the school for yourself.

Application Deadline: 5th December 31650 2024

Please note that suitable candidates will be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early.