A high-achieving, all-girls secondary school in Waltham Forest is seeking to appoint a passionate and dynamic Geography Teacher to join its successful Humanities department for a September start.
This is an excellent opportunity to work within a thriving single-sex school known for academic excellence, strong pastoral care, and a supportive staff culture.
Job Overview
This well-respected school has an outstanding reputation for high standards, excellent student behavior, and a strong commitment to empowering young women through education. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering engaging and rigorous Geography lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE).
Working closely with the Humanities team, you will design and deliver a dynamic curriculum covering physical and human geography, environmental issues, and fieldwork skills. This is a full-time, permanent role suited to an energetic, organized, and proactive educator.
Key Responsibilities
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Teach high-quality, engaging Geography lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE)
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Plan, resource, and deliver lessons that foster critical thinking, spatial awareness, and global enquiry
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Assess, track, and report on pupil progress, preparing Key Stage 4 students for GCSE examination success
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Organize and lead local and regional geography fieldwork trips to enrich practical learning
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Maintain high standards of classroom management and promote an inclusive, ambitious learning environment
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Collaborate with department colleagues to develop innovative scheme-of-work resources
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Serve as a Form Tutor, contributing to the pastoral wellbeing and holistic development of students
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Support the smooth day-to-day running of the Humanities department
The School
This successful all-girls school in East London is recognized for its strong academic outcomes, inclusive ethos, and nurturing environment. Staff benefit from excellent leadership, modern facilities, and a collaborative working culture where ongoing professional development is encouraged.
The Humanities department is well-resourced, ambitious, and supportive, with a clear focus on delivering exciting learning experiences that inspire students to understand the world around them.
What’s on Offer
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Supportive and welcoming single-sex school environment
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Competitive salary paid to scale on Inner/Outer London MPS/UPS
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Opportunities for specialized CPD, subject leadership, and career progression
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Permanent, full-time contract starting September
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Convenient East London location with excellent public transport links across Waltham Forest and East London
Candidate Requirements
The ideal candidate will have:
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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK teaching credentials (PGCE / SCITT)
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An honors degree in Geography, Environmental Science, or a closely related discipline
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Proven track record (or clear potential during training) for delivering strong GCSE Geography outcomes
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Excellent classroom management skills and the ability to inspire academically curious students
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Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team
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A proactive, enthusiastic, and flexible approach to teaching
Application
To be considered for this Geography Teacher opportunity in Waltham Forest, please submit your CV as soon as possible for a September start.
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