Head of Department – Geography

Scale:
MPS/UPS based on experience + TLRJob Summary:
Leigh Academy Hugh Christie have an exciting opportunity to appoint a Head of Department - Geography.Are you an excellent Geographypractitioner with a proven track record of success and ambition, with a real appetite for career progression?We have the perfect role for you…Leigh Academy Hugh Christie have an exciting opportunity to appoint aHead of Department- Geographyto join and lead their thriving, friendly and collaborative faculty from September 2024 or January 2025 dependent on the successful candidates availability.
We provide candidates with excellent career opportunities for those who have ambition and drive, and you'll have access to not only the academy's CPD programme, but you'll also be able to network and build strong working relationships with your peers and talented staff across the wider Trust.
As our successful candidate you will build rapport with our students from the get-go and engage them in the subject as well as leading and inspiring an established and successful team of professionals.
We are keen to hear from you if:


You are passionate about your subject
You have the ability and drive to make a positive impact on students' progress and outcomes
You have the drive to transform our learning and are dedicated to raising standards even further for all students

In return we are offering:


A supportive and professional environment to be a part of and full embed yourself into from day one
The opportunity to teach at Key stage 3, 4 and Post 16 A Level and IB diploma groups
The chance to join and be part of an academy that has a strong, dynamic leadership team whose aim is to achieve excellence for all
A team of talented staff at all stages of their career, covering the specialisms assigned to this role
Well motivated and receptive learners across our academy

The Leigh Academy Hugh Christieis a very special place to work and pre-application visits or phone calls are both encouraged and welcomed.
If you would like to arrange to discuss the role with a member of the team, or visit the Academy,please contactAmy Wenban, Recruitment ***
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Working with us:
Hugh Christie School has recently become part of the Leigh Academy Trust and we look forward to exciting times ahead with wonderful opportunities it will bring for our staff and students.
Following the academisation, the School is now known as Leigh Academy Hugh Christie.
Leigh Academy Hugh Christie offers a broad curriculum designed to cater to the diverse needs and interests of its students.
From traditional subjects like English, mathematics, and science to vocational courses and extracurricular activities, the academy strives to provide a comprehensive education that prepares students for success in further education, employment, and life beyond school.
Beyond academics, Leigh Academy Hugh Christie places a significant emphasis on personal development and character education.
Through its pastoral care system, the academy supports students in their social, emotional, and personal growth, fostering a positive and inclusive school culture.
The academy also prides itself on its strong sense of community and engagement with parents, carers, and the wider community.
Through various initiatives and partnerships, Leigh Academy Hugh Christie seeks to enrich the educational experience of its students and contribute positively to the local area.
In summary, Leigh Academy Hugh Christie is a thriving secondary school committed to academic excellence, personal development, and community engagement.
With a rich history and a dedication to nurturing well-rounded individuals, it continues to provide a supportive and inspiring environment for its students to thrive and succeed.
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Being part of Leigh Academies Trust:
As of 1st April 2024, our Trust comprises 32 geographically organised academies (16 secondaries, 14 primaries and 2 special) educating more than 20,000 students and employing 3,000 talented staff.
Nearly 40% of our academies are judged outstanding overall by Ofsted, versus 15% nationally.
The Trust is establishing four 'clusters' of academies:
North Kent; Central Kent; South East London; Medway.
In addition, the Trust is responsible for one of the region's biggest initial teaching training organisations, a large teaching school hub and is an accredited apprenticeship provider.Our future plans are found in our Vision 2030 document available on our website.
As part of Leigh Academies Trust, you will have ample opportunity to collaborate with your peers both within the academy and across the whole Trust.
This is an important part of our vision as we know through experience that we perform better when we work together.
You are supported to undertake regular self-development to continue your professional development and hopefully progress further within the organisation.
to view the benefits available to all LAT employees from day one.
Our commitment to safeguarding:
Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about this in our Recruitment Guidance.
All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Our commitment to equality and diversity:
As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise.
We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young peopleand expects all staff to share this commitment.
All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBSdisclosure.
Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Leigh Academies Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date.
Applicants will be notified of this where possible.Therefore, early applications are encouraged.
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