Head of Geography

HARRIS FEDERATION • London (Greater), GB • 2d ago

WORKING WITH US

Harris Girls’ Academy East Dulwich is an outstanding place-for students and staff alike. We pride ourselves on helping our students to be incredibly successful and we are as driven to support our staff, with an excellent CPD programme and development opportunities for all staff at the academy. We encourage our students and staff to live our core values of character, courage and conscience in our community and beyond. We have an excellent staff who are highly motivated, committed and happy.

Why work at Harris Girls’ Academy East Dulwich?

HGAED is a great place to work. At a time when there is so much attention, deservedly so, on teacher wellbeing and workloads, we are committed to ensuring our staff have work-life balance by reducing unnecessary admin work and meetings. We dedicate time and resources to staff wellbeing and development, ranging from NPQSL qualifications to meditation and teacher hacks such as whole class feedback to reduce workload. We are looking for staff who share our commitment to developing themselves personally as well as professionally, who are open to feedback and development and share our vision for our whole community. We believe very strongly that education can be transformative for all. We’d love you to be part of the transformation of our students’ lives.

The staff here at HGAED are supportive, ambitious for our students, and happy. Our Head of Art, Clare, writes ‘The students are astute, funny and thirsty for life. They are invigorating and I really love teaching them. They keep me on my toes. But what I most appreciate working here is that we work in a climate where all ideas are encouraged, no matter how impossible they may seem, and I have seen some fantastic dreams come into being, the art gallery, the debate cake sessions and the research centre all starting to gain momentum. Not many schools would take such risks and I truly value being listened to and challenged to go beyond what I think I can do. This school is not for the faint hearted but it's also the place to be if you are up for being innovative and thinking beyond the classroom walls.’

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

Are you a passionate teacher looking for your next step? We are looking for a qualified, experienced teacher to join Harris Girls' Academy East Dulwich as Head of Geography.

MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

The purpose of your role will be:

To be accountable for leading, managing and developing the subject area.
To raise standards of student attainment and achievement within the whole subject/curriculum area and to monitor and support student progress.
To ensure the provision of an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students studying in the department, in accordance with the aims of the academy and the curricular policies determined by the Governing Body and Principal.
To teach the relevant subject across the age and ability range.
To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential.
To effectively manage and deploy staff, financial and physical resources within the department.
To share and support the school’s responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth.

Your main areas of responsibility will fall under the areas of:

Operational and strategic planning (including formulating the subject and faculty improvement plans, and leading the development of appropriate syllabuses, resources, schemes of work, marking policies, assessment and teaching strategies)
Ensuring the delivery of an appropriate, comprehensive, high quality and cost effective curriculum and leading development of the subject and its delivery
Staff development (including recruiting, building and managing an effective team of motivated staff)
Student outcomes (including ensuring the effective operation of target setting, monitoring and evaluation systems and the input and maintenance of accurate student data)
Pastoral system (including being a form tutor to a selected group of students)
Teaching, including acting as an outstanding role model

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We would like to hear from you if you:

Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree, and, ideally, management training
Demonstrate successful teaching of GCSE at good or better level
Have experience of initiation and effective management of change
Show evidence of raising achievement in present post and showing good value added for groups
Have knowledge of current curriculum developments in subject and their implications
Have good knowledge and understanding of current educational thinking
Show good understanding of how children learn and how to raise standards of achievement
Have good communication skills in speech and writing
Display excellent organisational skills
Are able to build and sustain professional standards and relationships with students
Are able to contribute towards creating a safe and protective environment

For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

Teacher Development

At Harris, we have curated professional development pathways that will guide you towards achieving your career ambitions. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. With a strong network of passionate educators, expert development initiatives and a multitude of opportunities for career progression, your journey with Harris could be the most rewarding one yet.

We offer a wide range of high quality teacher professional development programmes via the Harris Institute of Teaching and Leadership. Find out more here.

Flexible Working

We are committed to fostering a positive and supportive working environment for our staff, recognising that achieving a balance between professional and personal responsibilities is essential. We understand that each individual’s circumstances are unique, which is why we offer flexible working options that can be adapted to meet the needs of both the academy and our employees.

Benefits

In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance (usually £2,000 for Inner London and £1,500 for Outer London), a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Teachers Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.

Safeguarding Notice

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

Equal Opportunities

The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.

APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION

Thank you for your interest in this position. If you would like to discuss this opportunity, or to request a visit, please email the academy via the Why work page on harriscareers.

Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be help you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process.

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.

Graduate job seekers also viewed these roles

Assistant Digital Designer

Charlotte Tilbury Beauty • Full-time • London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom • 5h ago

Retail Design Digital Creative Arts & Design

5h ago

Apply

Assistant Business Manager

Charlotte Tilbury Beauty • Full-time • London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom • 5h ago

Retail Business Management Retail Management

5h ago

Apply

Category Finance Analyst

Charlotte Tilbury Beauty • Full-time • London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom • 5h ago

Retail Accounting, Insurance & Finance Financial Analysis Finance ACCA CIMA ACA

5h ago

Apply

Junior Backend Developer, London

Lush • Full-time • London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom • £26,000 - £35,000 / year • 6h ago

Retail Technology Software Development Digital STEM Jobs Backend Developer

6h ago

Apply

Graduate Digital Intelligence Security Consultant, London

BAE Systems • Full-time • London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom • £34,000 - £36,000 / year • 1d ago

Aerospace & Defence Cybersecurity Aerospace Graduate Opportunity Graduate Job STEM Jobs Digital Intelligence

1d ago

Apply

Graduate Digital Intelligence Project Manager, London

BAE Systems • Full-time • London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom • £34,000 - £36,000 / year • 1d ago

Aerospace & Defence Project Management Aerospace Graduate Opportunity Graduate Job STEM Jobs Digital Intelligence

1d ago

Apply

Graduate Naval Ships Software Engineer, New Malden

BAE Systems • Full-time • New Malden, Greater London, England, United Kingdom • £34,000 - £36,000 / year • 1d ago

Aerospace & Defence Software Engineering Aerospace Graduate Opportunity Graduate Job STEM Jobs

1d ago

Apply

Graduate Digital Intelligence Software Engineer, London

BAE Systems • Full-time • London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom • £34,000 - £36,000 / year • 1d ago

Aerospace & Defence Software Engineering Aerospace Graduate Opportunity Graduate Job STEM Jobs Digital Intelligence

1d ago

Apply

Early in Career Software Engineer

Cisco • Full-time • Feltham, Greater London, England, United Kingdom • 2d ago

Telecommunications Software Engineering Graduate Opportunity Graduate Job

2d ago

Apply

Site Reliability/Network Internship , Placement Year

Cisco • Contract • Feltham, Greater London, England, United Kingdom • 2d ago

Telecommunications Internship Industrial Placement University Student Opportunity Site Reliability Network Reliability

2d ago

Apply