Teacher of Geography |fixed term contract| maternity cover|

Job description
Park High School
Geography Teacher
Park High School is a fantastic place to work and develop as a teacher. We are now seeking to appoint a colleague who shares our passion for learning and our determination to change lives through the education we provide.
Applications from both experienced and Early Career Teachers would be warmly welcomed.
If you are a genuinely passionate and committed teacher who wants to work in a school where teaching is a pleasure, and in a school that puts learning at the heart of all it does, then we look forward to receiving your application.
Appointment for January 2025
Geography Teacher (Maternity Cover)
Fixed Term, 0.We are looking for an enthusiastic teacher who wants to join a supportive department, with Geography being a popular choice at GCSE. This post is suitable either for a teacher who is currently in training (ECT) or someone who would like to widen their experience. This post offers real opportunities for professional and career development.
Park High is an 11-18 mixed multi-ethnic comprehensive school of almost 1500 students, situated in the London Borough of Harrow. There are very high achievement levels and excellent facilities.
A research informed learning community.
An award winning vibrant school which continues to achieve extremely high standards, both in Harrow and beyond.
A genuine and active pursuit of well-being for all members of our community.
An opportunity to develop your craft of teaching across two Key Stages.
Geography is taught as a specific subject at KS3 and KS4. GCSE Geography is a popular option and is taught in mixed ability classes, with all students following the Eduqas B specification. During the Summer Term all Year 10 GCSE Geography students visit Dorset, to practise the skills and to collect the data required to support their Unit 3 examination. This year we have built skills development and analysis throughout the course.
Park High School recognises that its staff are our greatest resource and so we invest time and effort into everyone’s professional development. We offer an extensive programme of professional development, which offers a whole range of opportunities for colleagues to develop their potential within and beyond Park High School. Professional development underpins all our work.
Staff development is highly regarded and we have strong partnerships with universities and other higher education institutions and we actively support our staff in pursuing Master’s and other higher qualifications.
“Park High School has an incredibly strong developmental culture, with a real focus on investing in staff to better student outcomes. It is highly valued by staff and brilliantly led, with positive support from the Headteacher and senior leadership who are also quick to advocate its importance within school.” We are committed to the delivery of Personal Social Health Citizenship & Economic Education (PSHCEe) which all teachers as tutors are expected to teach. As part of a whole-school approach, PSHCEe develops the qualities and attributes students need to thrive, both as individuals and members of society. We have a high quality provision of PSHCEe at Park which has been recognised nationally.
Teaching this subject provides an invaluable opportunity to further develop your pastoral provision as a tutor, in addition to growing professionally by participating in the delivery of our outstanding provision.
Park High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment. We are required to conduct online searches for shortlisted candidates in accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance in order to identify any incidents or concerns which are publicly available online.