We require a highly motivated and inspirational teacher of Geography who is committed to raising the achievements of our students. You will be joining a strong team with a track record of success and passionate about creative, engaging teaching and learning. Humanities is our specialism. The ethos is one of high expectations with a wide variety of exciting enrichment activities in place. Geography is a very popular subject at all key stages with outstanding results for students of all abilities. The quality of teaching and learning is good.
The successful candidate will teach throughout KS3 and KS4, with the possibility of KS5 teaching for a suitable appointment. Applications are welcome from experienced teachers and NQTs.
The department is ambitious and committed to the personal development of all staff. There are excellent opportunities for high quality CPD.
The successful candidate should:
Be an outstanding classroom practitioner
Be innovative and able to turn ideas and opportunities into successful practice
Have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish strong relationships with all stakeholders and enthuse students
Be enthusiastic, a team player, self-motivated and committed to further professional development
Harwich and Dovercourt High School is an 11-18 Academy with 1200 students serving the town and immediate area. It is a member of North East Essex Education Partnership and Trust of 7 local independent academies committed to collegiate working. This is an attractive part of the country with excellent links to London and the Continent.
3 years rent/mortgage subsidy or relocation package up to £8,500 available.
Deadline for applications: 5pm Tuesday April 21st
Interviews: Friday April 24th
Please submit your application to The Personnel Manager, Lindsey Clark by email to personnel@harwich.essex.sch.uk or by post to Harwich and Dovercourt High School, Hall Lane, Dovercourt, Harwich, Essex CO12 3TG.
You can download an application form from our website www.hdhs.org.uk/vacancies.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students and all posts are subject to enhanced DBS checks.
We reserve the right to close the post before the date stated above once sufficient applications have been received. We therefore advise that you submit your completed application form as soon as possible.