Geography Teacher (KS5 essential)

Westminster, London

Full-Time, Permanent

Start Date: January 2025

Shape the Future: Inspire a Passion for Geography at a Leading State School

One of the highest-performing state schools in the country, located in the heart of Westminster, seeks a passionate and dedicated Geography Teacher to join their exceptional Humanities department. This full-time, permanent position, commencing in January 2025, offers an unparalleled opportunity to inspire a love of geography in high-achieving students and contribute to a thriving academic community. The ability to confidently teach Geography to KS5 is essential for this role.

The School:

• Academic Excellence: A flagship state school with an outstanding academic record, consistently achieving top results in GCSE and A-Level examinations.
• Enrichment and Opportunity: Provides a rich and diverse curriculum, alongside a wide range of extracurricular activities, clubs, and societies, fostering students' intellectual curiosity and personal development.
• State-of-the-art Facilities: Boasts modern facilities, including well-equipped classrooms, a dedicated geography department with specialist resources, and access to cutting-edge technology.
• Supportive Environment: Fosters a culture of high expectations, collaboration, and support, providing teachers with opportunities for professional development and career progression.

The Role:

• Inspire and Challenge: Deliver engaging and differentiated Geography lessons across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, fostering a deep understanding of geographical concepts, processes, and issues.
• Curriculum Expertise: Contribute to the planning and delivery of a stimulating and challenging Geography curriculum that prepares students for success in GCSE and A-Level examinations.
• KS5 Mastery: Confidently teach A-Level Geography, inspiring students to pursue further study and careers in geography-related fields.
• High Expectations: Foster a culture of high expectations and academic ambition, supporting students to achieve their full potential.
• Pastoral Involvement: Play an active role in the pastoral care of students, supporting their well-being and personal development.

Candidate Profile:

• Qualified Teacher: Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a genuine passion for Geography education.
• Subject Expertise: Demonstrate a strong understanding of physical and human geography, with knowledge of current geographical issues and debates.
• Engaging Educator: Employ innovative teaching methods to inspire and motivate high-achieving students.
• Collaborative Spirit: Work effectively within a team and contribute to the overall success of the Geography department.
• Growth Mindset: Embrace a growth mindset and a commitment to continuous professional development.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary: Attractive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience and qualifications, including inner London weighting.
• Professional Growth: Access to exceptional professional development opportunities to enhance your teaching practice and geographical knowledge.
• Supportive Colleagues: Work alongside a dedicated and passionate team of Geography educators in a high-achieving environment.
• State-of-the-art Resources: Benefit from excellent facilities and resources to support your teaching.

To Apply:

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