Second in Humanities with lead in Geography
Outwood Academy Freeston, Normanton, WF6 1HZDeadline is tomorrow
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
4 April 2025 at 9am
Date listed
27 March 2025
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subjects
- Geography, Humanities
Working pattern
- Full time: Monday to Friday 32.5 hours per week (The Academy is going through negotiations regarding a slight change in the working day from September, this is still in the early stages of discussion)
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £28000 to £43685
Additional allowances
TLR2a £3017 per annum
What skills and experience we're looking for
Good understanding of your subject secondary curriculum, Key Stage 3 and 4
Good understanding of your subject secondary Key Stage 5 curriculum
A record of appropriate and continuing CPD
Good understanding of school improvement and Ofsted inspection programmes
Knowledge of departmental monitoring and tracking systems and their role in securing improvement
Ability to use data to analyse and evaluate school/departmental performance
Knowledge of Ofsted inspection framework and Evaluation Schedule
Good understanding and knowledge of current and new examination specifications
Ability to offer advice on school-based assessments and on examination preparation for examinations
Able to assess school-based assessments accurately and identify strategies for improvement
Knowledge and understanding or marking criteria and using experience of this to support departmental colleagues
Degree in relevant subject
Qualified Teacher Status
An outstanding classroom practitioner with a clear direction and vision for teaching and promoting the subject across the department
Outstanding relationships with students and staff members which promotes excellent classroom discipline and attainment
What the school offers its staff
- Professional development and career progression
- Generous pension scheme
- An Employee Assistance Programme
- Free eye tests
- Cycle to work scheme
- Green car scheme
- Being part of a great team and expanding organisation
Our single goal is ‘Students First’ and you will be joining a strong team of professionals working to this sole aim.
We pride ourselves on strong leadership, excellent outcomes and high expectations of all. You will be well supported by an experienced team of teachers and Directors as you work to raise attainment levels and offer an engaging curriculum experience.
Further details about the role
The Humanities department is a well-established department consisting of 7 teachers of History and Geography. We are a friendly, close-knit team who work cohesively, planning and sharing resources to ensure we put students first and provide the very best lessons for our students. It is an exciting time in our department as we have recently redesigned our KS3 curriculum, which is engaging and innovative, enabling us to get the very best out of our students. Within Geography, we have the opportunity for students to complete exciting fieldwork and we study the AQA Geography specification at GCSE. This specification offers students the chance to explore topics such as; climate change, poverty, deprivation and the challenge of sustainable resource use, as well as considering different viewpoints, cultures and attitudes. The curriculum is focused around our 5 Core Concepts: Human Development, Physical Processes, Human & Physical Interactions, Climate Change, and Sustainability.
As well as support from our fantastic team, there is also the opportunity to gain support from other areas in the trust. This includes CPD from the Geography unlocked programme, which offer bespoke sessions on how to develop your Geography teaching. Furthermore, you will also have the chance to develop yourself as a middle leader, by attending development days to network with directors and other middle leaders across the trust. Subject Directors are also available to provide specific support for new curriculum concepts and topics being covered.
Commitment to safeguarding
Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs are not accepted.
About Outwood Academy Freeston
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1012 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Outwood Academy Freeston website
- Email address
- l.habgood@freeston.outwood.com
- Phone number
- 01924 302560
Outwood Academy Freeston provides education for 11-16 year olds, and is situated in the heart of Normanton, West Yorkshire near the city of Wakefield.
Outwood Academy Freeston aims to provide the best education for all its students by promoting the highest academic standards through quality teaching and learning. It develops students with the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes that will prepare them well for the future. We aim to create and sustain a positive learning environment and work in partnership with parents and the wider community to improve in every aspect of our work.
Outwood Academy Freeston is a member of Outwood Grange Academies Trust. The Trust currently sponsors a number of secondary and primary schools in the region. Outwood Grange Academy has been a National Teaching school for many years and was accredited as one of the country’s first Teaching Schools.
Arranging a visit to Outwood Academy Freeston
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email l.habgood@freeston.outwood.com.
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