Geography Teacher

Step Teachers Ltd; Walthamstow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Step Teachers Ltd in East London is recruiting a Geography Teacher for a high‑performing girls' secondary school. The post is a fixed‑term contract from January 2027 to the Easter holidays, teaching GCSE Geography (Key Stage 4) within a respected Humanities department.

The successful candidate will deliver engaging GCSE lessons, monitor progress and support exam preparation, contributing to a school rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching Geography at Key Stage 4.
• Strong knowledge of the GCSE Geography curriculum.
• Excellent classroom management skills.
• Ability to motivate and engage students of all abilities.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Teach Geography at GCSE level (Key Stage 4).
• Deliver engaging and challenging lessons that inspire a love of the subject.
• Support students in preparing for GCSE examinations.
• Monitor and assess student progress.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement.
• Contribute positively to the Humanities department.
• Create a stimulating and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Classroom management

Student motivation

Communication

Organisation

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Geography Teacher

Full-Time January 2027 to March 2027 GCSE Geography

We are currently recruiting on behalf of an outstanding secondary school for girls in East London for an enthusiastic and dedicated Geography Teacher.

This is a fixed-term opportunity running from January until the Easter holidays 2. The successful candidate will primarily be teaching GCSE Geography (Key Stage 4) and will join a high-achieving Humanities department within a well-established school.

Hereis a highly regarded 11-16 secondary school for girls, educating approximately 900 students in a supportive and ambitious learning environment.

In its most recent Ofsted inspection, the school was judged Outstanding, reflecting the exceptional quality of provision and high standards achieved across the school.

The school has a strong reputation for academic excellence, excellent student behaviour, and a commitment to helping every learner achieve their full potential.

Duties as a Geography Teacher:

• Teach Geography at GCSE level (Key Stage 4)
• Deliver engaging and challenging lessons that inspire a love of the subject
• Support students in preparing for GCSE examinations
• Monitor and assess student progress
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement
• Contribute positively to the Humanities department
• Create a stimulating and inclusive learning environment

Ideal Geography Teacher:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching Geography at Key Stage 4
• Strong knowledge of the GCSE Geography curriculum
• Excellent classroom management skills
• Ability to motivate and engage students of all abilities
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE's statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE - that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.