Teacher of Geography

Please note the employer for this position is The QUEST Trust, not Wigan Council

University Collegiate School
Stoller Building
Deane Road
Bolton
BL3 5AG

Qualified Teacher Pay Scale Plus £1000 recruitment and retention

Full Time Teacher

Required for September 2024 or sooner if available.

We know that exceptional Geography practitioners are in high demand which is why we are offering a recruitment and retention bonus of £1,000 for the right candidate (£1,000 payable after 6 months).

The University Collegiate School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspiring Teacher of Geography, starting from September 2024 or sooner if available.

The ideal candidate will have both the commitment and ability to enthuse and motivate our students to ensure excellent progress is made by all. They will be a dynamic teacher who encourages a love for the subject through both their teaching and their involvement in co-curricular offers. The successful candidate should have a genuine passion for the subject, the ability to be an outstanding teacher of their subject and be committed to raising achievement, raising aspirations and going the extra mile.

If you are ready to embark on a rewarding career in education and contribute to the success of our students, we strongly encourage you to apply for this position within Quest.

Under the direction of the Headteacher, you will carry out the professional duties of the subject as set out in the current School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document and in line with the approved career stage expectations.

The post holder will work closely with the Headteacher, Senior Leaders and the subject team to provide professional subject leadership and management for the department across the School and Sixth Form College. You will deliver high quality teaching, effectively using the up-to-date facilities and innovative approaches and aiming to raise standards of learning and achievement for all students. As a successful teacher, you will provide a role model to all.

You will teach in accordance with the ethos, organisation and policies of the QUEST as a fully committed member of the Trust teaching team and as detailed in the specific duties below.

As an employee within QUEST, staff may be required to work at any school within the group where their specialism can add value.

As a member of QUEST you can expect:
• A supportive environment allowing you to progress and develop.
• Excellent CPD opportunities.
• Pupils who are enthusiastic and keen to learn in a positive environment.
• The opportunity to work within a team of highly supportive and creative colleagues.
• A Trust dedicated to preparing young minds for life long learning.

The Trust expects:
• Appropriate level of qualification for the post
• Good interpersonal and communication skills with pupils and colleagues
• A practitioner with excellent subject knowledge
• A personal commitment to our Trust values:
• Professional & Compassionate
• Responsible & Respectful
• Loyal & Kind

If you wish to discuss the opportunities or visit our schools please contact Cheryl Royle at c.royle@questrust.org.uk

Application forms can be returned to Cheryl Royle – c.royle@quest.org.uk

Closing date: Sunday 5th May 2024

Interview date: To Be Confirmed

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus Child Barred List Check
The employer is committed to safeguarding

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