JOB TITLE: Teacher of Geography with the ability to teach another Humanities subject (History, RE or PSHCE)
FACULTY: Humanities
RESPONSIBLE TO: Faculty Leader of Humanities
SALARY: TMPS/UPS
PURPOSE: To carry out the professional duties of a school teacher, (as specified in the Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Act), in accordance with any directions which may reasonably be given by the Headteacher or line manager.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• To teach Geography at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.

• The ability to teach another Humanities subject – History, RE or PSHCE

• To assist in the development of programmes of study, materials and schemes of

work and participate in professional development programmes

• To follow school policies and procedures in respect of the duties of a classroom

teacher and form tutor

KEY TASKS:

Teaching

• To teach Geography at Key Stages 3 & 4 together with the ability to teach another Humanities subject

• To form effective relationships with students, teaching staff, non-teaching staff, parents and other professionals

• To teach National Curriculum and other programmes of study effectively, mindful of

the needs and responses of the young and the school’s SEND Policy

• To provide a stimulating classroom environment

• To foster good working and learning habits in students

• To provide intervention for underperforming students

• To make full use of a variety of resources, materials books and equipment

• To ensure that students are taught to a high, rigorous and engaging level of challenge

Roles and Responsibilities

To provide all students in the Faculty with excellent learning opportunities through:

• The planning and delivery of relevant, exciting, challenging and differentiated lessons

• Provide students with effective, relevant and regular feedback in accordance with the faculty’s Assessment for Learning policy

• Give every child the opportunity to learn and progress by ensuring fair and effective behaviour management in accordance with school policy

• Track the progress of pupils taught and provide interventions as appropriate with the Faculty Leadership team.

• Provide a safe and inspirational learning environment

• Aid the Faculty Leadership team to plan and develop schemes of work and resources

• Participate with out of hours learning opportunities as required including the organisation of day and residential field trips

• Participate in the whole life of the school

• Follow the Schools Health and Safety guidelines and comply with all School policies

Pastoral Care and Discipline

• To perform the duties of a Form Tutor as a member of a Year Group team

• To contribute to the life of the community according to your talents and skills, particularly by leading and contributing to extra-curricular activities

• To help exercise responsibility for the conduct and behaviour of students within the departments and the school as a whole

• To participate in arrangements made for the supervision and safety of students between lessons and at the start and end of the school day

• To attend scheduled meetings with parents and other stakeholders

• To record students’ progress and complete reports in line with School Assessment and Reporting Policy

• To maintain an up to date teaching record/diary

• To assist as required with arrangements for public and internal examinations

• To contribute to the evaluation and effectiveness of administrative routines

Meetings in which you will be involved

• Staff, Faculty and Department meetings

• Year Group meetings

• Twilight training sessions

• INSET days

Oakwood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).

We foster an inclusive culture that promotes equality of opportunity and values diversity creating an environment where the rights and dignity of all members of our community are respected. We promote a culture that allows staff to grow and flourish, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, age, and all other aspects of diversity and, therefore, welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds to join our team.