Teacher of Geography

Teaching Vacancies; Chigwell; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Chigwell is seeking an enthusiastic geography teacher committed to high standards of student learning. The ideal candidate will teach across KS3/4 and possibly KS5, possess excellent subject knowledge, and demonstrate a passion for geography. The school offers a supportive environment with professional development opportunities and initiatives focused on staff wellbeing. Join a team dedicated to creating a positive, motivating atmosphere for a diverse student body.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Staff social events

Wellbeing activities, e.g., yoga classes

Cycle-to-Work schemes

Loyalty award scheme

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic geography teacher with a commitment to student learning.
• Ambitious and willing to engage in professional development.
• Excellent classroom practitioner focused on fostering a positive environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach geography across KS3/4 and possibly KS5.
• Challenge and enthuse a diverse student population.
• Engage in development opportunities and collaborative teaching practices.

Skills

Ability to teach across KS3/4 and possibly KS5

Excellent subject knowledge

Ambition and commitment to high standards

Ability to motivate diverse student population

Drive for self-improvement

Job description

What we’re looking for

An enthusiastic geography teacher with the ability to teach across KS3/4 and possibly KS5.

Passionate about geography and has excellent subject knowledge.

Ambitious and committed to very highest standards of student learning.

Keen to challenge and enthuse our diverse student population.

An excellent classroom practitioner with a drive for self‑improvement and development.

What the school offers its staff

• Senior Leadership Team
• A pleasant environment conducive to high quality teaching and learning with friendly and motivated staff across the school
• A caring and affirming culture and ethos with a staff social committee who regularly organise events to enhance this
• Opportunities for professional development and progression including support for NPQs
• Well‑resourced and well‑managed departments with a collaborative attitude to classroom management and commitment to raising standards and securing achievement for all students
• Well‑behaved students that are keen to achieve and respectful of their teachers
• Support for staff wellbeing through access to SAS well‑being services, including
• 24 hour GP helpline
• Health screening service & medical support services
• Physiotherapy & counselling
• Fair allowances for staff requiring leave of absence beyond that relating to illness
• Non‑contact time which is above the national minimum requirement of 10% of timetable
• Cycle‑to‑Work schemes
• Long Service days – support staff
• Staff social events
• Wellbeing activities, i.e. yoga classes, staff team football
• Loyalty award scheme

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):

• Childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
• Medical Questionnaire Online and social media
• Prohibition from teaching
• Right to work
• Satisfactory references
• Suitability to work with children
• You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.