Teacher of Geography
Brayton Academy, Selby, North Yorkshire
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Job details
| Job role | Suitable for NQTs |
|---|---|
| Subject | Geography |
| Working pattern | Full-time only |
| Salary | Main pay range 1 to Upper pay range 3, £24,373 to £40,490 |
Job summary
Brayton Academy seek an inspiring and ambitious teacher of Geography to join our very effective, committed and hard-working faculty. The successful candidate will have an outstanding teaching ability, have the skills to motivate and engage students, and will have a relentless ambition to enrich the lives and learning experiences of our young people.
Brayton Academy was awarded ‘Outstanding in all areas’ at the Ofsted inspection in June 2019 and highlighted the pupils’ exemplary behaviour and excellent attitudes to learning, the outstanding Leadership Team and the substantial progress made by pupils in lesson thanks to skillful teaching.
Brayton Academy is part of The Rodillian Multi Academy Trust which has a reputation for high expectations for all, an innovative curriculum and excellent staff/student relationships. It is regarded
as one of the most successful Trusts in the country and is recognised as an organisation that does things differently. Our academies are a place where staff can develop their skills and find their own style and methods of teaching. Colleagues learn and grow alongside our students and feel that they are making a real difference to the lives of those they teach. We believe that traditional values of discipline and respect are sacrosanct. We do not tolerate bullying, defiance or rudeness, and this has made for a harmonious and safe learning environment for our young people and a supportive environment for staff.
Essential educational requirements
Degree in Geography or equivalent
Essential qualifications
QTS
Essential skills and experience
Teaching across the age 11-16 age range in training or in post;
Excellent classroom practitioner;
A keen interest in developing teaching and learning within your subject area;
A good understanding of planning and assessment techniques;
The ability to create a stimulating learning environment;
High expectations of self, colleagues and learners;
Good communication skills.
A positive role model for young people;
Passion for teaching;
Commitment, enthusiasm and flexibility;
Punctual and well organised;
Reflective, resilient and resourceful.
Employee benefits
Access to high quality CPD
Opportunities for career development
School overview
| School type | Academy |
| Education phase | Secondary |
| School size | 484 pupils enrolled |
| Age range | 11 to 16 |
| Ofsted report | View Ofsted report |
| School website | Brayton Academy website (opens in a new window) |
| Contact email | recruitment@rodillianacademy.co.uk |
About Brayton Academy
School location
Doncaster Road, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 9QS