Geography Teacher

As Headteacher, I am proud to lead a vibrant, forward-thinking and over-subscribed 11-16 school at the heart of the Trafford community. We are driven by a clear moral purpose: to enable every young person to flourish, achieve and grow into the very best version of themselves. Our success is built on an ambitious, carefully sequenced curriculum, high-quality teaching and a strong culture of pastoral care, ensuring that all students are supported to thrive both academically and personally. We set high expectations in all aspects of school life, underpinned by a shared commitment to excellence, respect and personal responsibility. What truly makes St Antony's special is our strong sense of community. We are a welcoming and inclusive school where relationships matter, and where staff work closely with families to provide the right support at the right time. Rooted in our Catholic faith, our values are guided by the teachings of Jesus Christ, with respect at the centre of everything we do. We celebrate diversity, promote resilience and place great importance on students' personal development and wellbeing. For colleagues joining us, this means becoming part of a dedicated, supportive team committed to making a real difference-working in a school where young people are enthusiastic, respectful and eager to learn, and where staff are valued as professionals and individuals., The post holder will report directly to the Head of Department

• Be immediately responsible for the processes of
identification, assessment, recording and reporting for Main purpose of the role: the pupils in their charge.
• Contribute towards the implementation of Pupil
• To plan and develop high quality lessons and courses, using a Profile's for SEND students particularly the planning
variety of approaches, to continually enhance teaching and and recording of appropriate actions and outcomes learning. related to set targets.
• To maintain and build upon the standards achieved in the Assess pupils' work systematically and use the results
award for QTS (Secondary) and adhere to the Teachers' to inform future planning, teaching and curricular Standards. development.
• Be familiar with assessment and reporting procedures
and prepare and present informative, helpful and Key responsibilities: accurate reports to parents. The following is typical of duties the post holder will perform;
• Keep an accurate register of pupils for each lesson.
however, it is not necessarily exhaustive and other duties of a similar Unexplained absences or patterns of absence should be level and nature may be required from time to time. reported immediately in accordance with the school policy. Teaching and Learning Subject Knowledge and Understanding
• Manage pupil learning through effective teaching in Have a thorough and up-to-date knowledge and
accordance with the department's schemes of work and understanding of the National Curriculum programmes policies. of study, level descriptors and specifications for
• Ensure continuity, progression and cohesiveness in all examination courses.
teaching.
• Keep up-to-date with research and developments in
• Use a variety of methods and approaches (including pedagogy and the subject area.
differentiation) to match curricular objectives and the range of pupil needs, and ensure equal opportunity for all pupils.Professional Standards and Development
• Set homework regularly, (in accordance with the school Be a role model to pupils through personal
homework policy), to consolidate and extend learning and presentation and professional conduct. encourage pupils to take responsibility for their own
• Arrive in class, on or before the start of the lesson, and
learning. begin and end lessons on time.
• Work with SEND staff and support staff (including prior Establish effective working relationships with
discussion and joint planning) in order to benefit from their professional colleagues and associated staff. specialist knowledge and to maximise their effectiveness
• Be involved in extra-curricular activities such as making
within lessons. a contribution to after-school clubs and visits.
• Work effectively as a member of the department team to Maintain a working knowledge and understanding of
improve the quality of teaching and learning. teachers' professional duties as set out in the current
• Set high expectations for all pupils, to deepen their School Teachers' Pay and Conditions document, and
knowledge and understanding and to maximise their teachers' legal liabilities and responsibilities relating to achievement. all current legislation, including the role of the
• Use positive management of behaviour in an environment of education service in protecting children.
mutual respect which allows pupils to feel safe and secure
• Liaise effectively with parent/carers and with other
and promotes their self-esteem. agencies with responsibility for pupils' education and welfare.
• Be aware of the role of the Governing Body of the
School and support it in performing its duties. Consider the needs of all pupils within lessons (and implement specialist advice) especially those who:
• have SEND;
• are gifted and talented;
• are not yet fluent in English.
Other Responsibilities Safeguarding
• Adhere to all CAT-wide policies and procedures. Draw attention to best practice in Emmaus CAT to
• Take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the support other schools and encourage links with local
welfare of all pupils. agencies that may deliver additional resources to the
• Demonstrate commitment to the Equal Opportunities schools or families.
Policy, to work positively and inclusively with
• Assist with and ensure that all schools comply with safer
colleagues. recruitment procedures and that induction includes a
• Work flexibly in the interests of the service (this may specific focus on safeguarding.
include undertaking other duties provided that these
• Emmaus CAT is committed to safeguarding and
are appropriate to the employee's background, skills promoting the welfare of children and young people at and abilities or attending events outside of normal all times. You will be responsible for promoting and working hours, with notice and upon agreement). safeguarding the welfare of all children with whom you
• Occasional travel between different sites of Emmaus come into contact, in accordance with the CAT's and the
CAT as required (all schools are within the Salford school's safeguarding policies. The post holder is Diocese covering Manchester, Stockport, Trafford, required to obtain a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Tameside and Oldham). and Barring Service (DBS).
• Actively participate in performance reviews at regular
intervals in accordance with CAT-wide procedures. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
• Undertake training courses organised by the CAT where
these will assist in the carrying out of the above duties,
• Assist with ensuring that schools implement the
develop skills which may be required to fulfil those duties equality, diversity and inclusion strategy ensuring that in the future or are required to fulfil legal requirements. every learner in the CAT has a positive experience.
• Demonstrate consistently high standards of personal and Look outward to other education settings in seeking to
professional conduct as defined in the Emmaus CAT Code ensure best practice is maintained in all Emmaus CAT of Conduct Policy. schools and settings.
• Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures To support, recruit, manage, develop and motivate a
relating to child protection, health and safety, security, committed, effective and diverse workforce that confidentiality and data protection. Reporting any and all understands its roles and enables and promotes high concerns to an appropriate person as soon as they arise. quality learning.
• Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required. To ensure the development of positive solutions to
• Participate and take an active role in training and other achieving diversity, dignity and equality in all aspects of
learning activities and performance development as service delivery and engagement with the broader required. community.
• Support the profile of the CAT with key stakeholders,
local, national and international bodies and professional sectors.
• Work as part of a team to support colleagues and
contribute to the vision and mission of the CAT.,
• Actively contribute to and promote the overall ethos and Emmaus Catholic Academy Trust expects all staff to work
values of each school and the wider CAT. effectively as part of a team or teams. As a minimum, this
• Maintain consistently high standards of professional requires a clear appreciation of the Catholic faith, our
conduct, tact and diplomacy at all times in dealing with special ethos and commitment to serving society, dealing pupils, parents, staff and colleagues, external agencies with people politely and tactfully, communicating with and any other visitors to the school or Emmaus CAT. colleagues both formally and informally, modelling the
• Maintain absolute confidentiality and exercise discretion Catholic Education Service and the Emmaus CAT's Code of
with regard to staff/pupil information and the CAT's Conduct and reflecting the Diocesan values. You must carry business at all times. out your duties with due regard to current and future
• Act as an ambassador for the Diocese, schools and the policies, procedures and relevant legislation. These will be
wider CAT within the local community and beyond, drawn to your attention in your induction, ongoing ensure that the ethos and values of Emmaus CAT are performance reviews and through Emmaus CAT promoted and upheld at all times. communications. All staff are required to maintain
• Undertake any other reasonable tasks and confidentiality as required.
responsibilities requested by the Emmaus CAT Board, Public Relations CEO or Trust Central Executive team which fall within the scope of the post. Considerable importance is attached to the public relations
• Display resilience, motivation and commitment to aspect of all work undertaken by Emmaus CAT staff.
support Emmaus CAT schools and being of service to the Diocese of Salford and its Catholic Community. It is a prime objective therefore that staff will at all times
• Be flexible and proactive in meeting the needs of the project to the public the image of the Emmaus CAT as keen
CAT. to assist wherever possible, and positively promote the
• Emmaus CAT and its employees are expected to support work that is carried out.
the Catholic aims and visions of the CAT, however, there is no requirement to be a practicing Catholic.

Qualifications Essential/Desirable Good Honours Degree or equivalent in relevant subject E Qualified Teacher Status E Commitment to pursuing further qualification D Skills/Abilities Ability to organise, plan and prioritise E Excellent time manager E Effective communicator, orally and in writing E Effective inter-personal skills E Well-developed ICT skills, including the ability to apply these in a practical setting. E Understanding of the importance of data in driving achievement. D Experience Evidence of successful classroom practice in a secondary context (including ITT placement) E Knowledge and understanding of current educational thinking E Experience of teaching students of high ability D Ability to teach at every Key Stage. D Values Commitment to the Catholic Ethos and values of St Antony's Roman Catholic School E Commitment to academic excellence and high standards E Commitment to an inclusive curriculum E Commitment to the school's role in the wider community E Commitment to the Teachers' Standards E Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. E Commitment to breadth in and beyond the curriculum and to the development of the full potential of D all students at all levels Personal Attributes Conscientious and self-motivated E Detailed planner E Relates well to colleagues, students and parents E Approachable E A good team player E Uses initiative and takes responsibility E Ability to work under pressure and to challenging deadlines E Confidentiality E Willing to seek and respond to advice positively D Creative thinker D Flexible D Safeguarding A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. E Up-to-date portable DBS certificate D Other Ability to respond effectively to change E Demonstrates integrity and passion for the education of young people E Evidence of personal interests beyond school D

advertised role of a Teacher of French and Spanish at St Antony's RC School. Emmaus CAT (Diocese of Salford) is a growing Catholic Academy Trust with a footprint covering Manchester, Oldham, Stockport, Tameside and Trafford. We believe that the Teacher of French and Spanish will contribute significantly to the individual journey of the school, and the CAT as a whole over the coming months and years, and we are excited for the future of the Emmaus Catholic family of schools. Emmaus Catholic Academy Trust is one of three Catholic Academy Trusts serving the Diocese of Salford. The Diocese of Salford provides Catholic Academy Trusts, schools and colleges for the following reasons:
• To assist in the mission of making Christ known to all people;
• To assist parents, who are the prime educators of their children, in
the education and religious formation of their children;
• To be of service to the local Church - the Diocese - the Parish and the
Christian home;
• To be of service to society.
The LGB, leadership team and community of St Antony's RC School are very much looking forward to recruiting a highly effective Geography Teacher. The successfully appointed candidate will join the St Antony's RC School's community, ensuring that children and pupils get the very best Catholic education and formation for years to come. Emmaus CAT is an integral part of The Right Rev John Arnold, Bishop of Salford's vision for the Diocese of Salford to 'Rebuild the Church, fit for future generations'. We look forward to working collaboratively with the successful candidate, ensuring that a wide range of support is in place to enable the provision of great schools, strong in faith, serving society.


• To assist in the mission of making Christ known to all The Emmaus Catholic Academy Trust
people; Prayer
• To assist parents, who are the prime educators of their
children, in the education and religious formation of Meet us, Lord, on the road to Emmaus,
• their children; Guide us on the path toward our destination,
• To be of service to the local Church - the Diocese - the and renew our strength as we continue to walk and commune
with you. Parish and the Christian home; Open our eyes, so we see the signs of your presence around us;
• To be of service to society open our hearts, so we may receive your peace
and love; and empower us to pass on to others the grace you have shared with us so freely. VISION Amen. Our aim is simple; to ensure we have great schools, strong in faith, serving society. We will enable our schools to provide great Catholic education across Greater Manchester. As one Catholic Academy Trust we will work collegially to ensure that children get the very best Catholic education and faith formation. STRATEGY Strategic Focus 1 Mission. To promote a distinctive Catholic Mission and culture to ensure Emmaus CAT continues to be Strong in Faith. Strategic Focus 2 Quality of Education. To ensure Emmaus CAT enables great schools to provide an ambitious curriculum for all pupils to flourish and Serve Society. Strategic Focus 3 Academy Improvement. To build strong and sustainable infrastructure, making effect use of resources, enabling the Emmaus CAT school communities to Serve Society., Mr A. Campbell HeadteacherTeacher of French andSpanishSalary: MPR/UPR (£32,916-£51,048)ECTs will be consideredThe Emmaus Catholic Academy Trust and local governing body of St In return we will offer you:Antony's RC School are dedicated to providing an outstandingCatholic education to our children and pupils. We are seeking to
• The opportunity to work in an outstanding
appoint an enthusiastic and committed French and Spanish Teacher department with high expectationsto join our friendly team.
• A professional, hardworking and supportive team
• Enthusiastic students who are proud of their
Inspire a love of languages in a school where languages are thriving learningand growing.
• High-quality CPD and career development
opportunitiesWe are looking for a highly motivated individual who:
• A caring and supportive environment within a
vibrant school community
• Believes in young people and builds positive, Contract: Fixed Term - Maternity Cover
productive relationships Hours of work: Full Time (0.8FTE will be considered)
• Is passionate about teaching French and Spanish Salary: MPR/UPR (£32,916 to £51,048)
• Is a strong classroom practitioner with effective ECTs will be considered
behaviour management
• Can ensure pupils understand and retain key subject Location: St Antony's RC School
knowledge Bradfield Road
• Has high expectations of student achievement and Urmston
behaviour Manchester
• Works well as part of a team and contributes to the M41 9PD
wider life of the school Start Date: June 2026, The above list is not exclusive or exhaustive, and Emmaus CAT may require the post holder to undertake duties commensurate with the level of the role. As part of your wider duties and responsibilities, you are required to promote and actively support the Emmaus CAT's responsibilities towards safeguarding. Safeguarding is about keeping people safe and protecting people from harm, neglect, abuse and injury. It is about creating safe places, being vigilant and doing something about any concerns you might have. It is not just about the very old and the very young, it is about everyone who may be vulnerable.