Geography Teacher - Surbiton, Kingston upon Thames 🗺️

Shape Tomorrow's Global Citizens: Excellent Geography Role in Surbiton!

Are you an inspiring and knowledgeable Geography Teacher ready to join a supportive secondary school in the attractive Surbiton area of the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames? This is a fantastic opportunity to foster a deep understanding of our dynamic planet within a high-achieving school community.

The Vitals: What You'll Be Doing

This full-time role requires you to deliver engaging, high-impact lessons across all key stages, connecting global issues with local experience, often utilizing the surrounding environment for fieldwork.

Key Responsibilities:

• Curriculum Delivery: Teach Geography with passion and expertise across Key Stage 3 (KS3), GCSE (KS4), and A-Level (KS5), ensuring exceptional student attainment in all areas, from tectonic hazards to urban change.
• Fieldwork & Investigation: Organize and lead compulsory fieldwork opportunities, utilizing geographical skills to collect and analyze data both locally and potentially further afield.
• Contemporary Issues: Engage students in critical discussions about current geographical issues, including climate change, globalization, and sustainable development.
• Departmental Collaboration: Work closely with the Humanities faculty to develop a rich and stimulating curriculum and share effective teaching methodologies.

Candidate Profile: What We're Looking For

We're seeking a Geography specialist who can inspire curiosity and analytical thinking in students across the full age range.

Essential Requirements:

• Qualification: A degree in Geography or a closely related Environmental/Earth Science discipline.
• Certification: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent UK teaching qualification (PGCE).
• Experience: Proven success teaching Geography at the secondary level, with competence and strong results at A-Level.
• Skills: Excellent communication, strong organizational skills for managing fieldwork, and effective classroom management.

Remuneration & Next Steps

This role offers a competitive salary package within a highly desirable, family-friendly area just outside central London.

Salary and Application:

• Salary: Paid to the MPS/UPS scale (Outer London pay scale), commensurate with your experience and qualifications.
• Action: If you are a talented Geography Teacher ready for a rewarding role in Surbiton, please apply through our recruitment platform or contact our specialist team directly for further details. We encourage prompt applications!