Geography Teacher

TeacherActive; Lockerbie; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

CPD courses and certificates

Referral Scheme

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting for a qualified Geography Teacher to join a well-established secondary school in North West London, starting in September. You will plan and deliver engaging lessons across physical and human Geography, helping students understand geographical processes, global issues, sustainability and diverse communities.

The role requires QTS, strong subject knowledge, and experience teaching at secondary level up to KS4, with GCSE experience preferred.

Qualifications

• QTS essential
• Strong subject knowledge in physical and human Geography
• Experience teaching Geography at secondary level
• Confidence teaching Geography across KS3 and KS4
• Experience teaching GCSE Geography
• A-Level Geography experience would be beneficial
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• The ability to plan engaging and differentiated lessons
• Confidence using maps, data, case studies and geographical resources
• Strong assessment and progress-monitoring skills
• The ability to support students with examination preparation
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• The ability to build positive relationships with students and colleagues
• A commitment to high expectations and academic progress
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing

Responsibilities

• Teach Geography across KS3 and KS4
• Teach GCSE Geography and A-Level where required
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons across physical and human Geography
• Develop students geographical knowledge, analytical skills and critical thinking
• Use maps, data, case studies and real-world examples within lessons
• Differentiate lessons to meet a range of abilities and learning needs
• Assess, monitor and record student progress
• Provide clear and constructive feedback
• Prepare students for internal assessments and external examinations
• Maintain a positive and well-managed classroom environment
• Encourage curiosity, independence and confidence in learning
• Contribute to departmental planning and development
• Support trips, fieldwork and Geography enrichment where required
• Work collaboratively with teaching and support staff
• Follow safeguarding procedures and prioritise student wellbeing

Skills

QTS essential

Geography knowledge

Secondary level teaching

KS3/KS4 teaching

GCSE experience

A-Level geography beneficial

Behaviour management

Differentiated lessons

Assessment and progress monitoring

Safeguarding

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

Job Title: Geography Teacher

Location: North West London

Start Date: September

Contract: Full-time

Requirement: QTS essential

Are you a qualified Geography Teacher who is passionate about delivering engaging, challenging and well-structured lessons?

Do you have strong subject knowledge across physical and human Geography and experience teaching at secondary level?

Are you a Geography Teacher looking to join a successful and supportive secondary school in North West London?

TeacherActive is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and dedicated Geography Teacher to join a well-established secondary school in North West London, starting in September.

As a Geography Teacher, you will plan and deliver engaging lessons across physical and human Geography, helping students develop their understanding of geographical processes, global issues, sustainability, environments and different communities around the world.

You will be responsible for creating lessons that challenge and motivate students while adapting your teaching to support different abilities and learning needs. You will use maps, geographical data, case studies and current global issues to make learning relevant and accessible.

The successful Geography Teacher will also support students with examination preparation, assessment and progress monitoring, while maintaining high expectations for behaviour, participation and achievement.

The successful Geography Teacher will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) essential
• Strong subject knowledge in physical and human Geography
• Experience teaching Geography at secondary level
• Confidence teaching Geography across KS3 and KS4
• Experience teaching GCSE Geography
• A-Level Geography experience would be beneficial
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• The ability to plan engaging and differentiated lessons
• Confidence using maps, data, case studies and geographical resources
• Strong assessment and progress-monitoring skills
• The ability to support students with examination preparation
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• The ability to build positive relationships with students and colleagues
• A commitment to high expectations and academic progress
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach Geography across KS3 and KS4
• Teach GCSE Geography and A-Level where required
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons across physical and human Geography
• Develop students geographical knowledge, analytical skills and critical thinking
• Use maps, data, case studies and real-world examples within lessons
• Differentiate lessons to meet a range of abilities and learning needs
• Assess, monitor and record student progress
• Provide clear and constructive feedback
• Prepare students for internal assessments and external examinations
• Maintain a positive and well-managed classroom environment
• Encourage curiosity, independence and confidence in learning
• Contribute to departmental planning and development
• Support trips, fieldwork and Geography enrichment where required
• Work collaboratively with teaching and support staff
• Follow safeguarding procedures and prioritise student wellbeing

In return for the above, you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants to guide and support you throughout your assignment
• Access to CPD courses and certificates through the My-Progression channel
• Competitive rates of pay
• Support throughout the registration and placement process
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend. Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, giving you peace of mind that the correct level of Tax and National Insurance is being paid, with no unexpected administration charges deducted from your hard-earned pay.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.