Teacher of Geography - Maternity Contract

Teacher of Geography

 (MPR/UPR)

Full Time Maternity Contract - minimum 1 year

(part time requests may be considered)

March 2025 start

(this could be flexible for the right candidate)

 

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Teacher of Geography who will share our determination to transform the life chances of our pupils.  Queensbridge School is an 11 - 16 comprehensive, friendly and oversubscribed all-ability Foundation School of 900 pupils. 

This is an excellent opportunity for a specialist to join a high performing department.  The small department, through the direction, support and leadership of our Head of Department inspire our pupils and raise achievement through deep learning and a creative curriculum.  We are seeking outstanding candidates who can realise the highest possible quality of provision to enable the best possible outcomes for our pupils.

The successful candidate will:

• Have a rigorous and inventive approach to the delivery of Geography across both KS3 and KS4 all ability ranges.
• Be infectiously enthusiastic about the subject and have the ability to inspire the creativity of our pupils.
• Have strong classroom management skills and a commitment to the best possible outcomes for all pupils.

We can offer you;

• A positive and high performing learning culture supported by students, staff, parents and governors
• A commitment to your own personal development with a high-quality programme for teachers at all stages of their professional career
• A friendly and supportive workplace that prioritises wellbeing
• Discounted access to BSHF medical insurance for you and your family

Informal visits to our school welcome. ECT applications welcome. 

 

 

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Queensbridge School and all its staff are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. The successful candidate will be subject to necessary pre-employment checks, including: an enhanced DBS; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work.  All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references.

An online search will also be carried out on shortlisted candidates as part of due diligence on all shortlisted candidates.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak English fluently is an essential requirement for this role.

Informal visits to our school welcome.  

Potential applicants should ensure that they read our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and our Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy.  These policies can be found at Stronger Together | Policies (queensbridge.bham.sch.uk)