Geography Teacher – Outstanding School – Merton

Location: Merton, South West London
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS1–UPS3, paid in line with the teacher pay scale

An outstanding school in Merton is looking to appoint a passionate and committed Geography Teacher to join its humanities department. This role would suit a teacher who enjoys bringing geographical topics to life and helping students understand the relationship between people, places and the environment.

The successful applicant will teach Geography across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering lessons that develop students' knowledge of physical and human geography, map skills and geographical enquiry. The school is seeking someone who can encourage curiosity, promote independent thinking and help students develop the analytical skills needed for examination success.

Geography Teacher – Role and Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Geography lessons across KS3 and KS4.

• Teach topics such as urban environments, development, climate, ecosystems and natural hazards.

• Develop students' map-reading, data interpretation and geographical enquiry skills.

• Prepare students for GCSE assessments and examinations.

• Use a range of teaching resources, including maps, case studies, graphs and digital materials.

• Differentiate lessons to meet the needs of students with varied abilities.

• Monitor attainment, assess written work and provide clear feedback.

• Encourage students to discuss environmental issues and global challenges thoughtfully.

• Contribute to curriculum planning and departmental meetings.

Geography Teacher – School Information

The school is committed to providing a broad and engaging curriculum that supports strong academic progress and personal development. Its humanities provision encourages students to question the world around them, develop informed opinions and understand different communities and environments.

Located in Merton, the school is accessible from surrounding South West London areas. The successful candidate will join a team focused on creating purposeful lessons and helping students build confidence in their learning.

Geography Teacher – Experience and Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

• Experience teaching Geography at secondary level.

• Strong knowledge of the KS3 and KS4 Geography curriculum.

• Confidence teaching geographical data, case studies and examination techniques.

• Effective classroom management and communication skills.

• A commitment to inclusive teaching and continuous student improvement.

Salary

The successful candidate will be paid on the MPS1–UPS3 scale, depending on experience.

Application

If you are a dedicated Geography Teacher looking for a permanent role in Merton, please send across your CV for consideration.