3 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    January 2025

  • Closing date

    10 November 2024 at 11:59pm

  • Date listed

    29 October 2024

Job details

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Key stage

Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5

Subject

Geography

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

£32,000 - £50,000

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you looking to progress you career in a school where the academic progress of pupils is "well above average” (DfE 2023) ?

Rochester Grammar School are seeking a qualified Geography Teacher to join their team of committed professionals teaching years 7-13.

The successful candidate will be an outstanding classroom practitioner with high expectations for achievements and behaviour, to ensure that all of our students achieve their very best. You will be able to plan and deliver a creative and stimulating curriculum and will contribute to the values, ethos and the development of our schools.

What the school offers its staff

What our Trust will offer you:

  • Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
  • Performance Related Pay: We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.
  • Teacher Pension Scheme: Secure your future with membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
  • Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust.
  • Internationally Accredited Pedagogy: Access to a range of external opportunities to enhance your development.
  • CPD: Our in-house training provision, Thinking Horizons, offers clear pathways and goals to guide your aspirations.
  • Chartered Teacher Status: As an accredited Chartered Teacher organisation you can become a recognised Chartered Teacher.
  • Knowledge and Curriculum Sharing: Regular MAT meets alongside our regional hub model offers a network of collaboration for staff to share best practice.
  • Cycle2Work Scheme: Salary sacrifice scheme to purchase a new bike with National Insurance savings.
  • Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
  • Fitness and Wellness: Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes, conveniently located at New Horizons Children’s Academy, Rochester Grammar School, and Maritime Academy in Frindsbury.
  • TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
  • Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
  • Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
  • Convenient Parking: Park for free in our on-site staff car park.
  • TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Applying for the job

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About The Rochester Grammar School

School type
Academy, ages 11 to 18
Education phase
Secondary
School size
1177 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 18

At The Rochester Grammar school we have the highest expectations of all of our learners in terms of their commitment to academic achievement, respect for others and contribution to the school community.

We are proud to be a part of the family of schools that comprises The Thinking Schools Academy Trust and firmly believe in our united vision; transforming life chances for all our students and young people.

Since 2007, RGS has offered the IB Diploma. This qualification supports the holistic development our students, both personally and academically, and we are proud to offer this prestigious course to our Sixth Form.

Arranging a visit to The Rochester Grammar School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email Ruth.Rivers@rochestergrammar.tsat.uk.

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