Head of Geography

Position Description

General information

Reference

SCH9304  

Publication start date

24/10/2024

Application Closing Date

08/11/2024

Vacancy Description

Title

Head of Geography

Service Area/School

Schools - Trinity School Belvedere

About Us

Trinity C of E School is an inclusive and caring environment, in which pupils and staff work collaboratively to provide the highest standards of education.  Staff ‘have high expectations of all pupils’ and ‘pupils know that teachers are passionate about their subjects’. We provide a broad and challenging curriculum for all of our learners, complimented by a wider curriculum that serves to support their personal development, opening their eyes to a panoramic view of the world in which they live.

 

Trinity C of E School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school.

 

For further information about Trinity C of E School, please visit https://www.trinity.bexley.sch.uk/. For further information about Trinitas Academy Trust, please visit https://www.trinitasacademytrust.org

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Trinity C of E School is part of the Trinitas Academy Trust. For information about Trinitas Academy Trust, please visit https://www.trinitasacademytrust.orghttps://mynewterm.com/trust/Trinitas-Academy-Trust/136538

About the Role

Are you a dynamic and ambitious leader, ready to make a real impact?

 

We are pleased to invite applications for the position of Head of Geography at Trinity C of E School, Belvedere. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, passionate, and dedicated leader to make a significant impact in our school community.

 

As Head of Geography, you will:

 

  • Lead and manage the Geography Department, fostering a positive and high-performing team.

 

  • Drive improvements in student achievement across all key stages, ensuring that every student reaches their full potential.

 

  • Implement innovative and effective teaching strategies, in line with our Christian ethos, to inspire curiosity and a love of Geography.

 

  • Oversee the development of a broad, balanced, and engaging curriculum that challenges and supports all learners.

 

  • Monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching and learning, conducting lesson observations and scrutinising student work.

 

  • Lead professional development for department staff, enhancing pedagogical knowledge and teaching practice.

 

  • Collaborate with senior leadership to contribute to the overall strategic vision and success of the school.

 

  • Ensure efficient management of resources, including staff, budgets, and departmental facilities.

 

  • Promote and support extra-curricular opportunities and enrichment activities within the department.

 

If you are passionate about education and dedicated to helping our students reach their fullest potential, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position. Join us in living our vision: "Reach higher, shine brighter! With God working with us and through us."

 

We strongly encourage you to download the Job Description and associated documentation which contains comprehensive details and information about the School, the Trust and the role.

 

How To Apply

To apply for this vacancy please visit https://mynewterm.com/jobs/136538/EDV-2024-TCESB-82564

 

The closing date for applications is 09 November 2024.

 

We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date.

 

Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

 

References will be requested for shortlisted applicants prior to interview.

 

Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete and return a Self-Disclosure form prior to interview.

 

Online Searches will be carried out on shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any concerns will be discussed with candidates at interview.

 

Further vetting checks including an enhanced DBS, incorporating a check of the Children’s Barred List, will be undertaken on provisional offer.

 

Trinity C of E School is committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery and expects employees to comply with our values of promoting equality and diversity, treating colleagues and service users with dignity and respect at all times. This commitment must be evidenced in practice. Any behaviour that falls below these standards is unacceptable to the School and potentially constitutes misconduct.

Grade

Outer London Teacher's Pay Scales + TLR2c £7,847 FTE + £500 Welcome to Trinitas Bonus

Contract Type

Permanent

Employment Details

Contract Hours

Full Time

Salary

£42,361 - £59,026 per annum

Benefits

We provide excellent training and an induction support programme for new staff, as well as the highest quality professional development through the extensive use of professional networks across the Trust. This is a school with a harmonious working environment and supportive colleagues, which has a very strong, shared Christian ethos. The wellbeing of all members of the school community remains a central focus at Trinity, with leaders, including Governors and trustees, having a ‘routine focus on staff well-being'
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Additionally, we offer:

• Teachers' Pension Scheme
• Competitive rates of pay
• Welcome to Trinitas £500 Bonus
• Trinitas Time – one day of leave for personal use during term time, per year.
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Effective CPD opportunities, including apprenticeships
• Collaborative working with other schools
• Excellent ICT facilities
• A range of family friendly policies
• Opportunities for flexible working

Vacancy Location

Location

South East, London, Trinity C Of E School Belvedere

Start Date

Position Start Date

01/01/2025

Attachments

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Teacher JD + PS.pdf (176 Kb) Download attachment 

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Trinitas Safer Recruitment Policy 2024.pdf (1556 Kb) Download attachment 

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