Job Title
Teacher – Post‑Primary
Reports To
Principal
Professional Duties of a Teacher
* Lead the development of the Geography and Travel & Tourism Department in line with the School Development Plan.
* Lead departmental self‑evaluation to improve performance and pupil outcomes.
* Monitor, evaluate and review pupil learning; report outcomes to pupils, staff, governors and parents.
* Ensure appropriate interventions for pupils not achieving in line with predictions.
* Support whole‑school intervention programmes by providing information on pupil under‑achievement and departmental support measures.
* Ensure the effective use of resources and maintain an effective working and learning environment.
* Maintain effective schemes of work, reviewed regularly throughout the school year.
* Teach pupils up to Level 3 in Geography and/or Travel & Tourism, developing and supporting their learning so they reach their full potential and achieve high levels of success.
* Exercise general professional duties as required by the Education Authority and school regulations.
Essential Criteria
1. Qualifications: Teachability recognised by the General Teaching Council for Northern Ireland; degree or equivalent Level 6 qualification suitable for teaching Geography as the main subject.
2. Experience: Minimum 5 years demonstrable experience teaching Geography and BTEC Travel & Tourism at Key Stage 4 and A Level/Level 3 with positive learning outcomes; evidence of leading departmental development and inclusive planning.
3. Registration: Registered with GTCNI before taking up the post; completion of required pre‑employment checks.
4. Knowledge: Northern Ireland Curriculum, Safeguarding and Child Protection policy, SEND Code of Practice, various teaching strategies, IT systems including digital classroom tools and assessment methods.
5. Skills: Effective teaching and classroom management, inclusive learning environment, teamwork, motivational skills, communication with pupils, colleagues, parents and community.
6. Values: Alignment with the School’s ethos and values.
Desirable Criteria
* Additional experience or qualifications that enhance the candidate’s suitability.
Disclosure of Criminal Background
Applicants recommended for a post involving regulated activity must undertake an Enhanced Disclosure under the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007. The applicant will cover the cost of this certificate.
Applicant Guidance
Guidance notes and benefits information can be accessed via the Education Authority website.
Equal Opportunities
The Education Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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