Geography Teacher. Job in Tunbridge Wells Education & Training Jobs

Hays; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an ambitious Geography Teacher for a rewarding opportunity at a well-regarded secondary school. This role involves planning and delivering engaging lessons, monitoring student progress, and contributing to the personal care of young learners. With a focus on professional development and student success, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the education sector. The school is committed to fostering a supportive environment where every child can thrive, making this an exciting opportunity for both experienced and early career teachers. Join a team dedicated to excellence in education and inspire the next generation of geographers.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Free flu vaccinations

Employee Assistance Programme

Free eye tests

High-level training and mentoring

Subsidised staff meals

Free secure car parking

Travel vouchers and benefits

Access to training courses

Dedicated Secondary Consultant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geography or related field required.
• Proven experience in teaching Geography at secondary level.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons using varied approaches.
• Monitor student progress and maintain assessment records.
• Contribute to the welfare and personal care of students.

Skills

Geographical theories

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geography

Teaching certification

Tools

Geographical tools and technologies

Job description

Geography Teacher, Classroom based, Tunbridge wells, Kent, £30,000 to £46,525, Teaching Job

Salary: MPS/ UPS dependent on experience (+ potential TLR)
£31,650-£49,084
Start: January 2025
Location: Tunbridge wells, Kent.
Contract: Temporary or Permanent Contracts Available

Are you an ambitious, motivated, and excellent Teacher of Geography looking for a career-defining opportunity? We are seeking a passionate Geography Teacher to join a mixed grammar school who believes that every child has the potential to be a successful learner, whatever their background, ability, interests or talents. They are committed to demonstrating this belief to our students, ensuring their success.

Multiple opportunities for a skilled Geography Teacher are available at a well-regarded secondary school in Kent with a start date of January 2025. Hays Education, a leading provider with exclusive partnerships with secondary schools in North Kent, Maidstone, Tunbridge wells and Ashford, is assisting several schools in enhancing their Geography department. We are actively seeking experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) interested in embarking on a rewarding new journey with the potential for growth and exciting challenges.

Role and Responsibilities:

1. To plan, develop and deliver high quality lessons using a variety of approaches, to continually enhance teaching and learning.
2. To monitor student progress, keeping student records that include assessment outcomes and targets set at regular intervals in line with Academy policy, to enable all students to achieve their full potential.
3. Contribute to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare and personal care of children and young people with regard to Every Child Matters agenda and Area Child Protection Procedures.
4. Ensure continuity, progression and cohesiveness in all teaching.
5. Set homework regularly, (in accordance with the Academy homework policy), to consolidate and extend learning and encourage students to take responsibility for their own learning.
6. Track student progress, monitoring achievement against targets set, and take appropriate action on student outcomes.
7. Be a role model to students through personal presentation and professional conduct.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in Geography or any other related field.
2. Teaching certification or relevant teaching qualifications.
3. Proven experience in teaching Geography at the secondary or higher education level.
4. Strong knowledge of geographical theories, tools, and technologies.
5. Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits:

1. Membership of a generous pension scheme.
2. Teacher/Support Staff Pension contribution.
3. Free Flu Vaccinations.
4. Employee Assistant Programme via Health Assure.
5. Free Eye Tests.
6. Mentoring and high-level training.
7. Trust wide focus on wellbeing including respite weeks and breakfast.
8. Subsidised staff meals.
9. Free, secure car parking.
10. Travel Vouchers and Benefits: 3 x £100 vouchers given each term and a variety of discount codes and cash-backs.
11. Hays Training Hub: Access to over 80,000 training courses including training pop-up centres.
12. Your own Dedicated Secondary Consultant.

Application Process:

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or call us now. If this job is not quite right for you, but you are looking for a new job in education, please still contact your local office for a confidential discussion.