Teacher Of Geography

About the School

Forest Hall School is a relatively small secondary school with a strong sense of community. Irrespective of our size we are still able to offer a wide range of courses, activities and experiences for individual students, and as a result, we are able to respond to the pace and direction of individual development. We recognise that our large and active community requires a high degree of organisation to enable us to achieve our aims.

About the role

• To teach Geography across the 11 – 16 age range, including GCSE, under the direction of the Head of Department.
• To participate in the development of appropriate schemes of work, taking specific responsibilities in some areas.
• To assess and report on students’ attainment and progress in KS3 and on GCSE grades and progress in KS4.
• To teach to the requirements of the National Curriculum programme/Forest Hall curriculum plan.
• To be a form Tutor to an assigned Tutor Group and to carry out related duties.
• To carry out a share of supervisory duties.
• Communicate effectively with parents with regard to pupils’ achievements and well-being.
• Know when and how to differentiate appropriately, using approaches which enable pupils to be taught effectively
• Set homework and plan other out-of-class activities to consolidate and extend the knowledge and understanding pupils have acquired.
• Have clear rules and routines for behaviour in classrooms, and take responsibility for promoting good and courteous behaviour both in classrooms and around the school, in accordance with the school’s behaviour policy.
• Have a clear understanding of the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs; those of high ability; those with English as an additional language; those with disabilities; and be able to use and evaluate distinctive teaching approaches to engage and support them
• To impart knowledge and develop understanding through effective use of lesson time.
• To take responsibility for improving teaching through appropriate professional development, responding to advice and feedback from colleagues.
• Understand how to assess the relevant subject and curriculum areas, including statutory assessment requirements

About the person

The successful candidate will:

• Have the ability to engage and enthuse students through high quality learning experiences
• Have high expectations of student achievement and behaviour
• Be an outstanding practitioner
• Have the ability to inspire and motivate students
• Be enthusiastic, resourceful and committed to securing student progress