Teacher of Geography
King Ecgbert School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S17 3QUThis job expired on 21 April 2024
Job start date
1 September 2024
Closing date
21 April 2024 at 11:59pm
Date listed
3 April 2024
Job details
Job role
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Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Geography
Working pattern
- Full time: 1.0FTE
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- MPS1 to UPS3 £30,000 to £46,525
Pay scale
- MPS1 to UPS3
What skills and experience we're looking for
Degree in an appropriate secondary subject
Teaching Qualifications
Recent and relevant professional development
Good/outstanding classroom teacher with high expectations and aspirations for our students’ achievement and behaviour
Experience/knowledge of current initiatives relating to achievement and inclusion in Geography.
Track record as a successful classroom practitioner (Ofsted criteria) across the secondary school age and ability range.
Clear commitment to continuous school improvement
*The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and students and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential to this role
An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills
To have an understanding of the desired outcomes of the teaching of Geography
The effective use of ICT to deliver teaching and learning
Must be able to show evidence of an alignment with the values of the Mercia Learning Trust both in words and behaviours
To be reliable, have the ability to work hard and be an effective team player
Be able to manage a demanding workload, meet deadlines and give freely of your time
To have shown an interest and success in dealing with young people and their welfare.
A good sense of humour
Attention to detail
What the school offers its staff
1. OUTSTANDING SCHOOL
However you measure it, the school is very strong.
2. TEAMWORK
We are very fortunate to be able to recruit superb staff, but you are never working on your own - you are an important part of a great team.
3. SUPPORT FOR STAFF
Everyone is supported. Whether you're starting your career or are experienced and aspiring for more, you will receive help and support.
4. EXCEPTIONAL BEHAVIOUR
We have great relationships with our students but there are clear lines that will not be crossed and consistent systems that will allow teachers to get on and teach.
6. ENJOYMENT
The school is an enjoyable place to work. There is a vibrant staff social scene, staff sports clubs, and plenty of opportunities to have fun at work.
7. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
King Ecgbert staff take their careers seriously and we support that with great professional development at school and at trust level, where we grow our own future leaders.
8. RETENTION
People like working here; jobs do not come up often and people stay here a long time.
9. LOCATION
The Peak District is right on our doorstep, and people can go for walks, runs, climbing, and bike rides directly from work. The area offers excellent cafes, bars, and restaurants, as well as lovely places to live with more reasonable house prices compared to the south of England.
10. ACCESS TO GREAT CAREERS
Mercia Learning Trust is a leading multi academy trust with plans to grow. A post at King Ecgbert School, the largest school in the trust, i s a great springboard to a career in an organisation that values talent.
Commitment to safeguarding
Mercia Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. If you are shortlisted, your suitability to work with children will be explored, and this will include disclosing convictions. The information you disclose may be discussed with you during the interview.
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About King Ecgbert School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1447 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- King Ecgbert School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- recruitment@merciatrust.co.uk
The school is exceptionally strong - rated outstanding by Ofsted, and has academic results that are consistently ‘well above average’. This is a truly comprehensive school serving both disadvantaged and highly affluent communities. We are proud of our diversity, with 20% of students disadvantaged, 30% EAL and 40% from BAME communities. The school leadership is motivated by social mobility, inclusiveness and a focus on vulnerable learners. We are looking for applicants who are committed to serving a diverse population and have experiences and perspectives that will enrich our work. The school is proud to offer one of Sheffield’s Integrated Resources for children with ASD. The sixth form is highly regarded for its record, not just of helping students access top Russell Group and Oxbridge Universities but also enabling students to be the first in their families to access Higher Education.
The school is proud to be at the heart of Mercia Learning Trust that started with King Ecgbert School and now comprises 6 schools both primary and secondary across the south west of Sheffield. The Trust is led by its CEO, Chris French and all the schools benefit from an expert central services team.
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