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Teacher of Geography

West Walsall E-ACT Academy, Walsall, West Midlands, WS2 9UA

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• Job start date

  1 September 2024

• Closing date

  8 April 2024 at 9am

• Date listed

  12 March 2024

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £30,000.00 to £46,525.00

Teacher of Geography job summary

Job Title: Teacher of Geography

Join us in Opening Minds, Opening Doors! 

Are you ready to be part of an educational community that creates an environment where children can flourish? You could join an academy that focusses on developing the whole child and has a people-first culture. We know the importance of developing our colleagues to be the best they can be to ensure our children achieve the best outcomes.  

We are looking for an inspiring Teacher of Geography, the purpose of this role is to develop, plan and deliver effective and high quality learning experiences for all students, ensuring progression is central to all lesson plans and giving our students the confidence to think big for themselves as they progress through our academy.

Key responsibilities

Reporting to the Head of Faculty, this post holder will be accountable for 

• Have high expectations of learners to ensure they achieve their full educational potential
• Set challenging teaching and learning objectives which are relevant to all students in your classes
• Select and prepare a range of resources that take in to account all students’ learning needs, languages and cultural backgrounds
• Have knowledge of a range of approaches to assessment, including questioning, oral assessment and self-assessment and the importance of formative assessment.
• Make effective use of a range of assessment monitoring and recording strategies to assess the learning needs of your students in order to set challenging learning objectives and plan for future teaching. 

Pay range:

MPS/UPS - £30,000 - £46,525

Qualifications and Skills:

• Qualified teacher status or recognised equivalent
• Degree in subject specialism
• GCSE Maths and English
• Knowledge of a creative range of pedagogic approaches to delivering your subject
• Effective classroom management

E-ACT West Walsall Academy | Strive for Excellence  

E-ACT West Walsall Academy, an 11-18 academy committed to enhancing the life chances of every student while inspiring them to achieve their full potential. Situated just eight miles from the vibrant city of Birmingham and six miles from the bustling town of Wolverhampton, our academy plays a pivotal role in the educational landscape of Walsall. 

At West Walsall Academy, we believe in the transformative power of education and are resolutely focused on providing an environment where students can flourish academically and personally. As part of the E-ACT family, we are united in our mission to deliver outstanding education that empowers students to strive for excellence. 

Take the next step in your career with E-ACT West Walsall Academy - where excellence is not just a goal; it's a commitment. 

Take a look: https://westwalsallacademy.e-act.org.uk  

What are we about? 

Outstanding Teaching and Learning: We strongly believe that outstanding teaching and learning are the keys to unlocking exceptional outcomes for our children. You will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality education that nurtures the minds of our students. 

Advocacy and Inclusion: At our academy, every child matters, regardless of their background. Your role will involve providing each child with a fantastic, inspiring, and inclusive education that recognises and celebrates their individuality. 

People-First Culture: We proudly celebrate the diversity of our academy and our community. Join us in co-constructing the essence of an extraordinary workplace and learning environment where both staff and students feel valued and included. 

Collaborative Excellence: Our exceptional staff collaborate across our 29 academies to share ideas and problem solve. You will have the opportunity to share your skills, hear from experts and work with staff across the country to develop your practice.  

 

About E-ACT: 

Join a trust that is going places! 

Having recently won MAT of the Year 2023 at both the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, this is a very exciting time to join us! Why do we feel we have been recognised as a strong MAT? It is down to our dedicated, talented staff that are committed in delivering nothing but excellence for all our children and young people.  

We all pride ourselves in fostering a people-first culture, which extends to all our pupils, staff, and stakeholders. We are proud to lead a community of 29 academies, educating of over 18,000 pupils across our five core hubs. Our staff satisfaction is above national benchmarks and we run a range of projects and programmes to address key topics such as workload and wellbeing. 

Our Opening Minds, Opening Doors strategy is at the forefront of everything we do, we don’t just prepare our pupils for the world; we equip them to thrive and succeed within it. Through our collaborative approach to education, we aim to open doors to a world of opportunities, where every child can pursue their dreams. 

Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk   

Benefits: 

Collaborative Working: Thrive in an environment that values teamwork and collaboration, fostering a culture of shared knowledge and collective success. 

Support System of 29 Academies: Be part of a network of 29 academies, providing a dedicated support system and opportunities for professional growth and collaboration. 

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential counselling services, providing emotional support and guidance when needed. 

Cycle to Work: Enjoy a healthy commute with our cycle-to-work programme, making bicycles more affordable. 

Electric Car Scheme: Take advantage of our environmentally friendly initiative, making electric vehicles more accessible for a sustainable and efficient commute. 

Generous Pension: Secure your future with a robust pension plan, ensuring financial well-being during retirement. 

 

How to apply: 

Simply click above to apply!

 

Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing and returning our application and equal opportunities form. 

  

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. 

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. 

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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About West Walsall E-ACT Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1172 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: West Walsall E-ACT Academy website (opens in new tab)
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/west-walsall-e-act-academy (opens in new tab)

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