2nd In Humanities (Head of Geography) at Ormiston Chadwick Academy

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About this Role

This is an exciting opportunity at Ormiston Chadwick Academyand requires you to be enthusiastic and passionate with the drive to help ourstudents to achieve their very best.

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, motivated andsuccessful 2nd in Humanities (Head of Geography) to support the Head ofHumanities in leading, developing and directing the work of the faculty so thatall students make at least the expected progress and staff feel a sense ofachievement and success.

You will be a Geography teacher able to teach GCSE level and have the skill set to further improve standards andoutcomes for our Humanities department. Leading on our Geographycurriculum you will liaise with other Heads of Faculty,middle leaders and teachers to share and collaborate in approaches that willsupport success in your own area.

Ormiston Chadwick Academy opened in Widnes in September2014, serving the community of West Widnes. Our Academy is largeenough to offer an outstanding curriculum but small enough to have a strongcommunity ethos in which all students are known and nurtured to achieve theirpotential.

Why work for Ormiston Academies Trust? Work whereit matters most, achieve what matters more

Our vision is to create a school system where every childthrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach- they are our greatest asset.

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities everyday, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trustwho make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join usat Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure of a role with purpose andmeaning.

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys...

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before - being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
• Being part of a team and community where you belong - receiving bespoke and holistic support from a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
• A supportive environment to grow your career - an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

Our ideal candidate should:

• possess excellent curriculum and subject knowledge.
• have up to date working knowledge of a range of teaching, learning andbehaviour management strategies.
• have the ability to personalise learning to provide opportunities for alllearners to achieve their potential.
• be a fully inclusive team player.
• show commitment to inclusion and success for all and more specifically in the Humanities faculty.
• actively contribute to the wider life and ethos of the Academy.

If you have any queries, please contact the academy viaemail at: PA@ocacademy.co.uk

If you would relish the opportunity of working with us, thenwe would welcome your application. Please apply before the closing date statedabove, early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close thevacancy early should a suitable candidate be found.

Ormiston Chadwick Academy is committed to safeguardingand promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staffand volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embracesdiversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible workingopportunities will be considered.

All successful appointments will be subject tosuitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work,qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhancedDBS check including Children's Barred List.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of OffendersAct (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and theExceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions mustbe declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be foundhere: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilit...

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