Teacher of Geography

An extremely rare and exciting opportunity has arisen at St Wilfrid’s to join our team as a Teacher of Geography. This is a permanent, full-time post.

We are seeking a colleague who can plan and deliver high-quality learning experiences for students and assess them accurately so that teaching is responsive and meets the needs of students.

As a member of our Geography team, you will be supported and challenged, so that as well as contributing to students’ success and that of the School, you are personally developed in your career.

The Geography Team is made up of 3 dedicated colleagues, with a range of experience. Students study the AQA Geography GCSE course and the AQA Geography A Level qualification at Post-16.

St Wilfrid’s Catholic High School & Sixth-Form College is a mixed voluntary Academy for 11-18 year olds, based in North Featherstone in West Yorkshire. There are currently 1,538 students in attendance. The school opened in 1963 and has a proud history. We were judged as Good by Ofsted in November 2021; we were also judged as Good by the Diocesan Section 48 Inspection in April 2017.

We are proudly part of the Bishop Konstant Catholic Academy Trust which comprises of three Secondary Schools and twelve Primary Schools.

We can offer:

• A bespoke CPD programme based on career stage
• Opportunities for Secondary collaboration within both the Trust and the Diocese
• Motivated and hard-working students
• A School which is ambitious and aspirational for all

Visits to the school are welcomed. Informal discussions about the role are welcomed too; please contact Becky Watson (Headteacher’s PA) on 01977 691027 or BWatson@st-wilfrids.bkcat.uk. Further information about our School, along with an Open Day video, can be viewed HERE; our GCSE Options Information can be viewed HERE; Subject Information can be viewed HERE and our Sixth-Form prospectus can be viewed HERE.

To apply for this post, please see the attached documents, complete the Application Form and send it to Becky Watson (Headteacher’s PA) via email: BWatson@st-wilfrids.bkcat.uk

Closing date: 9.00am on Friday 3rd May 2024.

Interview date: Thursday 9th May 2024.

All of our staff uphold the Core Values and Catholic Ethos of the School. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance in line with our Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment Policy.