Geography: Educational Writer
Pay from £17,645 to £18,598 per annum pro-rata (depending on qualifications and experience)*
Full time, fixed term contract (1 year)
This is an opportunity for graduates to share their knowledge and enthusiasm for Geography through a paid position writing educational resources that our customers – teachers throughout the UK – will use in their class to teach KS3, GCSE and A level Geography.
What you will achieve:
- Published material that will help future learners succeed in their qualifications
- Experience in publishing and education sectors
- Develop research and planning skills to a specific project brief
- Familiarisation of new teaching requirements set by examination boards for GCSE/A level
- Develop your teaching skills by gaining practise in structuring lessons, communicating theory to GCSE/A Level students, and covering unit specifications.
- Opportunity to develop own resource ideas
What we’re looking for:
- Detailed, wide-ranging knowledge of Geography.
- Ability to apply your creativity and knowledge to produce resources which are presented in an accessible and digestible way.
- Ability to adapt and improve your method of working so that any mistakes identified are not repeated!
- Ability to communicate effectively, concisely – to write with flair and enthusiasm for your subject!
Even without teaching experience, the ideal candidate will be able to apply creative strategies for teachers, taking the content students need to learn and presenting it in an accessible and digestible way.
*To qualify for the higher salary rate you must have 3A*s at A Level and a 1st class degree in the subject, or a completed PGCE, or at least a year’s full-time experience writing similar educational materials.Initial 1 year contract starting ASAP. The probation period for this role is six months.
Skills & Qualifications
Essential Skills and Experience
- A strong interest in the subject area (including up-to-date knowledge of any recent developments), backed up with an excellent academic record
- Strong research and analysis skills; attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and efficiently, and to communicate ideas and knowledge with clarity
- Write in a creative, yet clear and coherent style
Minimum Qualification Level Required
- Related degree (2:1 or higher)
- Minimum of 2 A’s at A Level
Additional Desirable Requirements
- Grade A in a related A Level (or equivalent qualification)
- PGCE and/or teaching experience
- Experience of writing in a professional context, e.g. freelance educational writing
To Apply
Apply via email to Mr Anthony Hancy at vacancies@zigzageducation.co.uk with:
- CV which must include the modules you have studied at degree level and all GCSE/A Level etc. qualifications & grades
- Letter of Application including:
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- which job you are applying for and where you first saw it advertised
- a short paragraph about your current circumstances and why you are applying for this opportunity
- when you would be available to start and your medium term plans
- what in the job description specifically appeals to you
- how you feel your skills or aspirations are met within this role
If relevant, let us know if there is anything you would like to know in advance of a possible interview. Note that the next stage in the application will involve a short writing task.
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