At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire and teach Geography to students while developing your teaching skills.
- Company: High-achieving secondary school in London with a supportive environment.
- Benefits: Earn a salary while training, gain QTS, and access professional development.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team and enjoy excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Kickstart your teaching career with hands-on experience and mentorship.
- Qualifications: 2:1 degree in Geography, GCSE English and Maths, and a passion for teaching.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40050 £ per year.
Graduate Geography Trainee Teacher (Salaried Route – QTS Pathway)
Location
London
School Type
High-Achieving Secondary School
Contract
Full-Time |
Start
September 2026
KPI Education is working in partnership with a high‑performing secondary school in London to recruit an ambitious
Geography graduate for their salaried teacher training programme.
This is an exceptional opportunity to train as a teacher while earning a salary, gaining invaluable classroom experience in a supportive and academically successful school.
The Role
You will join a successful Humanities department and begin developing your teaching practice from day one.
Supported by experienced mentors and subject specialists, you will gradually build the knowledge, confidence, and classroom expertise required to become an outstanding Geography teacher.
Throughout the academic year, you will receive structured training while taking on increasing teaching responsibility, allowing you to develop into a confident and reflective practitioner.
Key Responsibilities
- Support and deliver Geography lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with opportunities to teach Key Stage 5 as your confidence develops.
- Inspire students through engaging lessons covering topics such as physical geography, human geography, environmental issues, and global development.
- Plan and deliver high‑quality learning activities that challenge and engage students of all abilities.
- Adapt teaching strategies to support both high‑achieving learners and students requiring additional academic support.
- Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback to help maximise attainment.
- Develop effective classroom and behaviour management strategies with the support of experienced mentors.
- Observe outstanding teachers and implement best practice within your own teaching.
- Participate in weekly professional development sessions covering pedagogy, curriculum design, assessment, safeguarding, and classroom practice.
- Gradually assume increased teaching responsibilities throughout the training year as you work towards QTS.
- What's on Offer
- Full‑time salaried teacher training position with no tuition fees .
- A clear pathway to
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) within one academic year.
- Opportunity to achieve a
PGCE alongside QTS .
- Comprehensive mentoring from experienced Geography teachers and senior leaders.
- A structured, high‑quality training programme designed to develop exceptional classroom practitioners.
- Access to ongoing professional development and outstanding career progression opportunities.
- The chance to begin your teaching career within a successful and supportive London secondary school.
- Candidate Profile
The ideal Graduate Geography Trainee Teacher will have
- A
2:1 degree or above in Geography or a closely related subject.
- GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above).
- Excellent subject knowledge and a genuine enthusiasm for Geography.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to engage, motivate, and inspire young people.
- A resilient, reflective, and professional approach to learning.
- A commitment to building a long‑term career within secondary education.
- The right to work in the UK.
- Previous experience working with young people through tutoring, mentoring, coaching, schools, or youth work is advantageous but not essential.
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Graduate Geography Trainee Teacher employer: KPI Recruiting Ltd
KPI Recruiting is an exceptional employer for those looking to thrive in the Engineering and Manufacturing recruitment sector. With a strong focus on employee development, our supportive work culture fosters growth through structured training and mentorship opportunities, allowing you to take ownership of your desk while being backed by a successful £45m recruitment business. Located in Sutton, you'll benefit from a vibrant community and access to a diverse range of high-value clients, making this an ideal environment for ambitious recruiters seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
