Main Purpose of the Post

To provide high quality teaching to equip students with the knowledge, understanding and confidence to be successful at Geography which is taught at KS3 &  KS4

Specific Responsibilities of the post Include:

·      Plan and teach high quality lessons closely following agreed syllabuses and schemes of work whilst addressing the personal learning need of each student and  the objectives of the School

·      Attend parents evening and other specific events

·      Mark students' work on a regular basis and record this to show the students' progress

·      Ensure every student in lessons is achieving their potential through effective monitoring of student performance and the development of intervention strategies to address their performance needs if necessary

·      Communicate effectively and concisely both in verbal and written form to a variety of audiences

·      Maintain up-to-date knowledge and understanding of the requirements of the examination boards

·      Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with students, staff and parents

·      Command respect from students and manage classroom behavior in line with policy

·      Manage your immediate learning environment and equipment to ensure there is a positive learning environment, conducive to learning.

·      Maintain a high level of displays within the teaching room

·      Display high standards in motivation and self-esteem in the work and attitude of students

 Specific Responsibilities as a member of staff:

·      Be punctual for all commitments

·      Committed to team work within all aspects of the School

·      Be proactive in terms of furthering knowledge and skills

·      Ensure that the safety and welfare of all students is given priority at all times

·      Pay due regard to Health & Safety in respect of all members of the School and report matters which compromise this to the Buildings Manager

·      Support the ethos of the School at all times and demonstrate high standards of personal and    professional conduct whilst at work and otherwise

·      Ensure that all School’s policies are implemented as appropriate

·      Attend all meetings as directed