ECT Teacher of Geography
Hours: In line with STPC
Kickstart your teaching career as a Teacher of Geography at Wardle Academy – join our growing teams today!
Why Choose Us?- Work-Life Balance Matters: The Watergrove Trust champions a healthy work environment. You’ll be encouraged to take advantage of resources and support systems that promote a sustainable teaching career
- Bespoke Training and Development: We prioritise your success with two fully-paid weeks of induction training during the summer! This tailored programme focuses on classroom leadership and responsive teaching strategies, ensuring you feel prepared and empowered for the upcoming year.
- Thrive in a Supportive Environment: Our dedicated ECT programme offers ongoing guidance and professional development to nurture your confidence and wellbeing, facilitated by a team of experienced mentors.
How will my subject specific pedagogy be developed?
All Geography ECTs will join a network of fellow Geographers. With support from the Geography network, you will complete a Geography specific audit, similar to the one here. The Trust will then fund your subscription to the Geographical Association membership including Geography Journal and/or Teaching Geography Journal plus over 100 secondary Teaching Resources.
At Wardle Academy our mission is simple; we believe that the young people in our care should receive an education that promotes lifelong learning. We also believe in supporting our pupils so that they contribute much to society. Both elements are equally important.
The habits that enable everyone in our community to engage with our mission are held in the Wardle Way, a set of principles that we hold dear…
Wellbeing, Ambition, Respect, Diversity, Leadership, Empathy.
At Wardle Academy, we are committed to ensuring that students are fully prepared for transitions throughout their learning; students have an entitlement to extend their learning beyond the academy day; students’ learning is underpinned by the Wardle Way in order to develop rounded, tolerant and aspirational members of the academy and the wider community.
Through the Personal Development Learning Journey, we are able to empower students with knowledge and skills that have both practical and intrinsic value which are embodied by ‘The Wardle Way Student’.
Wardle Academy is proud of its extensive enrichment opportunities that are offered to its students. School life is not just about academic achievement. We believe that by providing access to a wide range of sporting, academic and artistic extra-curricular activities, students are nurtured to success, both academically and pastorally.
Wardle Academy has a strong tradition in music. Music tuition is free with over 250 students playing instruments. Our brass bands are nationally and internationally recognized. Our Youth band are the National and European Brass Band Champions for 2019.
The school is an active member of the REAL Trust, Pioneer Trust, the Manchester Nexus SCITT and Rochdale Pioneer Partnership SCITT (School Centred Initial Teacher Training) supporting education and training in schools across Rochdale and Greater Manchester.
What We Look For:
- A commitment to lifelong learning and a willingness to embrace ongoing professional development opportunities.
- A contagious passion for Geography and a desire to ignite curiosity in young minds.
- Strong Geography knowledge and a knack for explaining complex concepts in a clear and engaging manner.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, fostering a collaborative and supportive learning environment.
If you would like to come and experience our school first-hand, please email HR@watergrovetrust.co.uk and we can arrange for you to visit at a time suitable for you.
How to Apply:
If you are ready to embark on an exciting teaching journey and become part of our dedicated team, we encourage you to apply today. Please complete our online application form (link below) by the deadline, stating your preference school, should you have one.
Interviews will be held on: Wednesday 5th March 2025
Watergrove Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to pre-employment clearances including enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Watergrove Trust values diversity in its workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
Thank you for your interest in joining the Watergrove Trust. We look forward to receiving your application.