Job Title: Teacher of Geography

E-ACT Parker Academy | Work hard, Stay Humble, Dream Big

Discover what's possible at The Parker Academy, a vibrant and ambitious 11-18 school at the heart of Daventry's community.

At The Parker Academy, our attitude of "Work Hard, Stay Humble, Dream Big" inspires everything we do. We nurture a culture where effort is valued, humility is encouraged, and every young person is empowered to strive for greatness and pursue their aspirations without limits.

Driven by a renewed energy and commitment to rapid improvement, we are focused on accelerating progress and delivering the high-quality education our students deserve.

As part of the E-ACT family, we are committed to delivering an exceptional education that develops confident, compassionate, and aspirational future leaders.

Join us at The Parker Academy, where you won't just be part of a school, you'll be part of a movement to shape brighter futures, one student at a time. Bring your ambition, your passion, and your purpose. Together, we can achieve extraordinary things.

See why our school is a place to thrive: The Parker Academy

Want to make a difference to young people?

Are you ready to join a vibrant educational community where every child is empowered to flourish and every colleague is supported to thrive? At our academy, we are passionate about developing the whole child through a nurturing, inclusive, and ambitious culture. With a strong people-first ethos, we invest in our staff just as much as our pupils, recognising that great teaching starts with great support. If you're driven by purpose and want to make a lasting impact, we would love to welcome you.

The Parker Academy is looking for a passionate Teacher of Geography to join our secondary school on a permanent basis. This is a great opportunity to inspire students' curiosity about the world and deepen their understanding of global issues, while helping shape informed, responsible citizens in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Key responsibilities:

Have high expectations of learners to ensure they achieve their full educational potential
Set challenging teaching and learning objectives which are relevant to all students in your classes
Select and prepare a range of resources that take in to account all students' learning needs, languages and cultural backgrounds
Apply a range of teaching strategies to deliver learning objectives and incorporate inclusive strategies that meet the needs of all learners
To work collaboratively with other professionals and manage the work of support staff to enhance students' learning

Pay range:

NJC SCP M1-UPS3: £32,916 - £51,047

Full time, permanent

Qualifications and Skills:

Qualified teacher status (QTS)
Evidence of continuous professional development
Degree in subject specialism
Effective classroom management

What are we about?

Join a trust that is going places!

At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our 'Opening Minds, Opening Doors' strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard.

We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and national - providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Our achievements are recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, and also the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024. E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour, a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence.

With 38 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don't just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive.

Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk

Benefits:

Financial and Lifestyle

We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.

Professional Growth and Development

We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.

Culture and Wellbeing

Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.

Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information.

How to apply:

Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application.

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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Teacher of Geography