Head of Geography
Harris Academy Merton
Merton
- Expired
- Salary:
- Inner London Pay Scale plus TLR allowance plus £1,500 Harris Allowance
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2015
- Apply by:
- 16 March 2015
Job overview
Performance Bonus, private health care and additional benefits
A Harris Federation Academy
We are seeking to appoint a highly skilled practitioner to work within our Humanities Department to lead the Geography specialism. Committed to raising achievement in Geography you will give students the skills to succeed across the curriculum.
The successful candidate will:
- be a high calibre teacher who can teach pupils of all abilities
- be ready to manage and lead a growing department
- be able to show a strong record of raising student attainment through their teaching
- have the capacity to develop the subject curriculum and bring innovative ideas to the classroom
We can offer you:
- the opportunity to work within an Academy classified as ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted
- a calm, well disciplined, positive and innovative learning environment
- excellent facilities and resources for staff and students
- excellent record of GCSE results
As part of the Harris Federation of Schools you can expect to work in an atmosphere of mutual support and co-operation with superb professional development and promotion opportunities within both the Academy and the Harris Federation. If you are committed to the learning and well-being of young people we welcome your application.
Please return your completed application form and covering letter to Janette Bragginton, PA to the Principal, at braggintonj@harrismerton.org.uk or telephone 020 8623 1022 if you require any further information.
Closing date for applications: Noon, Monday, 16th March 2015
Interview date: w/c 16th March 2015
Attached documents
About Harris Academy Merton
Academy Description:
Harris Academy Merton is an 11-18 co-educational Academy for 1,500 students. The Academy opened in September 2006 on the site of the predecessor school. The Academy benefits from a brand new state-of-the-art Post 16 block and high quality buildings. Harris Merton is judged by Ofsted to be an Outstanding School. Harris Merton offers specialisms in Enterprise and Science. It is an oversubscribed school at the heart of its local community.
Academy Ethos:
At Harris Academy Merton we promote the ethos 'Achievement is Success’ and believe every student has the right to the highest standard of education so that they can accomplish their aspirations. Our aim is to give every student an educational experience that is enjoyable and holistic so that they develop into responsible, articulate, successful and well-rounded young people.
We combine the traditional values of strong discipline, good manners, respect and pride in appearance with contemporary best practice in teaching and technology. With these core values embedded, we develop our students into confident and capable individuals that have a desire to excel academically and personally now and in the future.
Students are rewarded for developing the right behaviours and attitudes, for trying hard and being persistent, for a courteous and considerate manner, for attending regularly and for achieving their personal best. They are taught the value of hard work and determination.
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