About this Role Deyes High School is seeking an exceptional and ambitious Head of Geography to lead a thriving and popular department. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher or current middle leader to take the next step in their career, leading a committed team and driving high standards of teaching, learning and student achievement across Key Stages 3-5.
Responsibilities
* Leading and developing the Geography curriculum
* Raising standards of attainment and progress
* Managing and developing staff within the department
* Ensuring high-quality teaching, assessment and curriculum delivery
* Contributing to whole-school improvement priorities
About the Department
* Established, successful team of 5 Geography specialists
* Strong uptake at GCSE and A-Level (300+ GCSE students)
* Well-resourced and housed in a new state-of-the-art building
* Part of a wider Humanities faculty with strong collaboration
The department offers a broad, engaging curriculum designed to develop curiosity about the world and a deep understanding of human and physical geography.
Benefits and Opportunities
* At Deyes High School, you'll be working within a welcoming and supportive team, with the ability to make a real difference.
* You will have the opportunity to work alongside committed teachers, to observe and share practice on a regular basis, developing pedagogy through reflection.
* We also offer access to opportunities for professional development.
Requirements and Safeguarding
* Experienced teacher or current middle leader.
* Lydiate Learning Trust is strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
* The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS and other relevant checks with statutory bodies.
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