Head of Geography – Maternity Cover

Coloma Convent Girls’ School in Shirley is recognised as one of the top non-selective secondary schools in the country. We are consistently oversubscribed and a very popular choice within the borough and other local boroughs. In October 2019 Coloma received its fifth ‘Outstanding’ Diocesan Inspection report and in 2021 was named ‘Best School in Croydon’ in the Real Schools Guide. In December 2022, The Times released its ‘Parent Power Schools Guide’ to the top 1600 UK schools based on 2022 exam results. Coloma was ranked 2nd in the best girls’ comprehensive category and 39th in the best comprehensive school category.

The ideal candidate will be an innovative teacher with a proven track record of success in teaching Geography across all ages and ability ranges (KS3 to KS5) and be able to provide evidence of successful teaching strategies and excellent organisational skills.

Candidates interested in the Head of Department position should also possess proficiency in data analysis and a readiness to take responsibility for specific curriculum areas, including assessment and enhancing teaching and learning practices.

Whilst this a Maternity Cover vacancy there my be a permanent opportunity for the right candidate.

Coloma is very proud of its history of academic achievement; this is due to the hard work, focus and dedication of staff and pupils which permeates the ethos that is Coloma. In 2023 we achieved remarkable exam results with a provisional Progress 8 score of +0.79 at GCSE and 85.2% A* to C grade for A Level students and 100% pass or higher for BTEC.

We value excellent relationships within a caring community. Extra-curricular activities play a huge part in the life and success of the school and pastoral systems are extremely strong.

We Offer

• A community which is on a rapid journey of improvement with a genuine commitment to being even better.
• A school with a strong commitment to your professional development.
• A working environment focused on Teaching and Learning and raising standards for all.
• The opportunity to work in a team where your skills, enthusiasm and hard work will be appreciated.
• The opportunity to work within the largest cosmopolitan centre outside of Central London, undergoing substantial redevelopment, growth and change.
• A school that invests in enrichment and extra-curricular activities.

We welcome applications from colleagues who are supportive of the values of a Catholic School. Many of our staff are members of religious faiths other than Catholic and make an enormous contribution to the well-being of our students.

HOW TO APPLY

For more information about Coloma please visit our website www.coloma.croydon.sch.uk

Queries should be sent to Michelle Dean at recruitment@coloma.co.uk

CLOSING DATE   5.00pm Thursday 7th November 2024

Interviews may be offered upon application to suitable candidates

Coloma reserves the right to commence or complete the recruitment process at any time prior to the closing date.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share the commitment. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service check.

Please note: We do not accept applications via agencies