Rossetti Academic (Geography)

Reporting to: Assistant Head (Enrichment and Pupil Progress)

We are currently inviting graduates, doctoral and postdoctoral researchers specialising in Mathematics to apply to become a King’s Rossetti Academic.

The King’sRossetti Academic (Geography) will work to support curricular and co-curricular activities relating to Geography as well as support pupils seeking to make successful higher education applications in Geography and related subjects.

The precise nature of the role will be shaped in accordance with school needs to fit the strengths of the candidate(s) appointed, and we hope, too, that the appointed candidate will relish the opportunity to shape and extend our provision further.

Core responsibilities are likely to include:

Supplementing current departmental support to pupils with university applications, including:

Running subject extension sessions

Providing feedback on draft personal statements

Preparing pupils for admissions tests

Conducting mock interviews

Providing strategic advice on university applications

Supporting the creation and delivery of academic enrichment resources, talks and activities within both the curriculum and co-curriculum

Supervising pupils in the research, writing and delivery of individual projects, such as King’s Essays

Delivering pupil workshops as part of Rossetti Day in January and Curiosity Day in June

Providing occasional support for our partnership and international schools

We expect employment to typically be 8 hours per week across one or two days, and so fit well alongside current research or study commitments. Required from: September 2025

Person Specification

A good undergraduate and/or postgraduate degree in Geography or a related subject

A genuine interest in Geography as a contemporary academic discipline; this may be as a current doctoral or post-doctoral researcher

An ability to work well with others, and to demonstrate initiative

Excellent communication, organisation and listening skills

A desire to enrich the intellectual experience of pupils beyond the exam specifications, and to inspire and support pupils to flourish and reach their academic potential

An understanding of the application process for the most competitive degree courses in the relevant subject area, and the ability and willingness to support pupils with their preparations for admissions tests and interviews

Prior experience working in a secondary school environment

A willingness to contribute to the school’s partnerships programme, for instance supporting our partnership with Harris Academy Wimbledon sixth form and/or our international schools programme

A willingness to contribute to the school’s wider academic enrichment programme

King’s is one of the most successful schools in the world, with outstanding academic results, first-class pastoral care and a vibrant co-curriculum. Overlooking Wimbledon Common, the school is situated in one of the most attractive parts of south east England and benefits from exceptional grounds and facilities.

Interviews: to be confirmed

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

King’s is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare ofchildren and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. King’s College School is fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusivity in its recruitment of teaching and support staff.

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