Second in Geography - Castleford
What skills and experience we're looking for
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic, motivated and able Second in Geography to assist in leading our successful Geography department. The role will be based at Airedale Academy.
We are looking for an excellent Leader of Geography to work collaboratively with the Head of Geography to develop colleagues in delivering outstanding lessons and develop the Geography curriculum, raising academic achievement and ensuring all pupils make outstanding progress.
You will:
- Support the Head of Geography and to deputise when and where appropriate, and to act as Head of department in their absence.
- Actively contribute to help to raise standards of pupil attainment and achievement within the whole department and to help to monitor and support pupil progress.
- Ensure provision of an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for pupils studying in the department, in accordance with the aims of the academy and the curricular polices determined by the Governing body and Headteacher of the academy.
- Monitor and support the overall progress and development of pupils as a manager within the department and as a form tutor.
- Ensure the maintenance of accurate and up-to-date information concerning the relevant curriculum area on the management information system.
You will be/have:
- An outstanding practitioner.
- Inspirational, dedicated and motivated.
- A passion for Geography and the education of young people.
- Committed to the academy values.
- Committed to achieving the best for every pupil.
- Supportive of the Academy’s ethos and values at all times both within the Academy and the wider community.
- Committed to inspiring pupils and staff in the development of teaching initiatives and strategies, promoting Geography as a subject.
What the school offers its staff
As part of our team at Castleford Academy Trust, you will have access to a comprehensive package of wellbeing support designed exclusively for schools, providing access to a team of in-house wellbeing experts, counsellors, nurses and physiotherapists.
Castleford Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. For all positions at Castleford Academy Trust, you are required to complete a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check prior to appointment.
Application forms can be downloaded from our website. Completed applications should be addressed to the CEO, Mr George Panayiotou at the Castleford Academy Trust address or via email to recruitment@castlefordacademy.com
For further information on the Trust, the role and how to apply please visit www.castlefordacademytrust.com or email Miss Kirsty Triplett, HR Manager at kirstytriplett@castlefordacademy.com
Commitment to safeguarding
Castleford Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. For positions at Castleford Academy you are required to complete a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check prior to appointment.