Teacher of Geography

We are looking to appoint a well-qualified, enthusiastic and successful teacher to join our thriving, oversubscribed and outstanding all-through school. Successful candidates will be required to teach Geography to KS3 and KS4, with the possibility of being required to teach Geography at A Level.

The school's aim is "Excellence for All", and the governors wish to appoint a candidate of significant ability and enthusiasm who is aware of and stimulated by the challenges and potential of a successful multi-ethnic co-educational school and keen to share in the leadership of our all-through provision.

Dunraven School Overview

Dunraven School's results are strong, remaining well above national averages and representing positive 'value-added'. Recognition of its marked progress has been significant, and our journey as a school is important to us. For example:

in 2016, we were designated as a National Teaching School and an Academy Sponsor. The Dunraven Educational Trust was established;in September 2018, our Multi Academy Trust was formally set up with the integration of Van Gogh Primary, followed by Goldfinch Primary school in January 2019 and The Elmgreen School and Rosendale Primary School in September 2021;in April 2023 we were judged as Good with Outstanding Features (Sixth Form and Personal Development) by Ofsted. If you are successful in your application, you will share in the leadership and management of a staff who are hardworking, committed, positive in outlook and dedicated to the achievement of our students. We also offer: a high standard of professional practice, with bespoke in-house CPD provision, and affiliation to nationally recognised courses and providers (SSAT, Teaching Leaders, Future Leaders, NPQs);clear pathways for career development and progression with a proven track-record of success in developing leaders;a supportive and collegiate environment, with regular staff social and sporting activities (such as yoga, football and House events);excellent opportunities for leading work with external partners (National Support School, National Teaching School);a culture of high trust and accountability that values creativity and innovation, leading practice locally and nationally in a range of fields. We look forward to receiving your application. To apply, please go to > about us > vacancies

Closing date: Monday 22 April 2024.

Interviews will take place as soon as possible thereafter.

Dunraven School is committed to the safety and protection of its students. An enhanced DBS check with a barred list check is a condition of employment for this post.

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