Teacher of Geography

About this Role

Nunthorpe Academy requires an energetic and inspirational Teacher of Geography with a

genuine intellect and a passion for Geography to teach across the whole 11-19

age and ability range.

Philosophy and Ethics, Psychology and Sociology to GCSE and A level.

This post would suit an experienced teacher looking to further develop their career.

The post would also suit an ECT who is looking to develop their skills and

careers.

We can offer regular whole academy career development opportunities

for candidates who are keen to widen their experience.

Salary: MPS / UPS

What our teachers say about working at Nunthorpe Academy:

• "I love being trusted to be creative in the classroom. In my previous school I was

• "I appreciate the belief, support and guidance I receive from my Head of

• "I really appreciate all the professional support and effort that goes into staff

wellbeing and ensuring that the Academy is a pleasant place to work” -

Head of Department.

• A bespoke induction programme utilising FIKA training resources.
• A large and vibrant sixth form with increased opportunities at key stages 4 and

• An extensive EEF driven CPD programme, much of which is self-directed and an ongoing commitment to professional development including promotion of NPQs.
• Opportunities to be involved in a range of academy initiatives including – Teaching &

Learning Group, Behaviour Group, Literacy & Numeracy across the academy and

• Regular wellbeing activities available across every half-term.
• An organisation that listens to and values your opinions.

Additional benefits for teachers:

• Work laptop.
• National terms and conditions including access to teachers’ pensions.
• Access to wellbeing portal which includes free anonymised access to various services

including counselling services, physiotherapy, financial services and legal

• Salary sacrifice opportunity for cycle to work.
• Discounts on local and national retailers.
• Discounts for local gym membership.
• Specsavers Vouchers and flu vaccinations.

The closing date for applications is 03 February 2025 at 9am.

An application pack is available to download from our website www.tes.co.uk

Kate Kell (Nunthorpe Academy’s Head of School) is looking forward to hearing from

you!

Areté Learning Trust currently has 11 schools and educates over 7,000 young people in and around North Yorkshire from ages 2-18. Our learners are at the heart of everything we do.

At Areté Learning Trust we work together and collaborate to ensure that all of our learners and our staff team have the chance to reach their potential.

Our Trust is committed to promoting:

• Health, happiness and wellbeing
• A safe, disciplined and supportive environment
• A love of learning through a passionate and committed approach
• High standards and expectations
• Integrity, kindness and good manners
• Respect for individuality and difference
• Collaborative working to secure excellence

To realise our aspiration for every child to be the best they can be, we need to ensure that as a Trust we are ‘Striving for Excellence’.

Why work for us?

We want everyone who works within ALT to feel valued and see how their work fits into the bigger picture.

We seek employees who are prepared to take personal responsibility and constantly challenge the norm to improve performance.

In return, we are committed to providing an empowering and supportive learning environment for all staff.

Areté Learning Trust is committed to being the ‘Employer of Choice’.

Essentially this means that we want our schools and our central team to be great places to work. We want our staff development opportunities to be first class and we want to enable staff who are ambitious to grow their careers with us. To give our learners the best education and opportunities we are committed to recruiting and retaining the very best people in all areas of our organisation.

Regardless of role, we seek staff who:

• Have high expectations of themselves and the people they work with.
• Are committed to our Trust values.
• Show initiative and are responsive to change.
• Have strong interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
• Are creative in their approach to problem solving.
• Are able to influence effectively, whatever their role.
• Are team players.