Teacher of Secondary Geography and Sociology - maternity cover

We are looking for an enthusiastic and well-qualified teacher to cover the teaching of Geography and A level sociology. This is a temporary role to cover a maternity leave in a well-resourced and a successful department and we need the successful candidate to start on 23rd August 2024. We anticipate the contract being for one school term and teaching resources will be provided. We offer a supportive school community, wonderful students and a well resourced department.

You must already have the right to work in Switzerland or hold an EU passport to be considered for this role.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Experience

• Teaching qualification and experience of teaching 11 to 18 year olds.
• An enthusiastic and creative approach to teaching, which inspires pupils and enables learning to be engaging and relevant.
• Flexibility, a sense of humour, and a willingness to take part in all aspects of school life, including tournaments trips, projects, special events and extracurricular clubs.

Desirable

• Experience of teaching Geography at Key Stages 3, 4 and 5
• Experience of teaching A level sociology
• Experience in leading or accompanying Geography fieldwork trips
• Good IT skills
• Knowledge of the GCSE and A-Level Geography qualifications and curriculum 

SALARY AND BENEFITS

The salary for this role will be shared with shortlisted candidates. In addition, staff children can attend the school at ⅓ of the tuition fee and our After School Care will be free of charge. 

HOW TO APPLY

Applications should be made through our TES school portal (here) in English and consist of a covering letter (no more than two sides of A4) and a completed online application form. The covering letter can be uploaded as part of your application on the TES. Please do not send a CV, as they are not accepted, nor apply outside of the TES platform. 

In your application letter you should ensure that you outline your impact and successes, and how you meet the job description and person specification. Due to the large number of applications we get for every role, it may not be possible to contact every candidate but we thank you in advance for your interest in our school.

SAFER RECRUITMENT

GES is committed to equalities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We welcome applications from suitable candidates no matter their gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers, enhanced national/international criminal records checks and prohibition from teaching checks. In some instances social media/Internet checks may also be carried out.