Teacher of Geography & Environmental Studies

Location: Newham, East/Inner London

School Type: Secondary School & Sixth Form (Co-educational)

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent or Fixed-Term

Start Date: Immediate / ASAP or January Start

An ambitious, culturally diverse secondary school and Sixth Form in the dynamic Inner London Borough of Newham is seeking a passionate, forward-thinking, and articulate Teacher of Geography to join their high-achieving Humanities faculty. Positioned at the heart of one of London’s most rapidly transforming urban landscapes, this is an outstanding opportunity for a geography specialist—whether an experienced practitioner aiming to lead A-Level modules or a talented Early Career Teacher (ECT)—to explore physical landscapes, human dynamics, urban regeneration, and global sustainability with an inquisitive student body.

About the Role

As a Teacher of Geography, you will bring physical processes, geopolitics, environmental change, and spatial analysis to life in the classroom. Joining an energetic and collaborative department, you will deliver high-rigor theoretical and fieldwork-based lessons across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE Geography), and Key Stage 5 (A-Level Geography), equipping pupils with the critical inquiry, GIS mapping, and analytical skills needed for modern global citizenship.

• Environment: A modern Inner London secondary school equipped with advanced digital learning technology, GIS software integration, fieldwork resources, and strong community links

• Culture: A supportive, well-resourced Humanities department characterized by shared digital schemes of learning, active fieldwork trips, and visionary leadership

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver academically rich, engaging Geography lessons across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5 that build deep spatial awareness, environmental understanding, and data evaluation skills.

• Prepare GCSE and A-Level candidates thoroughly for national written examinations and skills-based assessments using data-driven progress tracking and diagnostic exam feedback routines.

• Lead and facilitate curriculum-linked fieldwork excursions, integrating local London urban case studies alongside global environmental issues.

• Track, evaluate, and monitor student progress, implementing targeted intervention strategies to stretch high achievers while scaffolding complex geographical data and extended writing for developing learners.

• Contribute positively to department enrichment, such as Model UN, Eco-Schools sustainability initiatives, geography clubs, and external lecture series.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognized teaching credential.

• A strong academic degree in Geography, Environmental Science, Urban Planning, or a closely related discipline.

• Proven track record or demonstrated capability of delivering outstanding Geography instruction across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (KS5/A-Level Geography teaching experience is highly desirable).

• Thorough knowledge of national Geography examination board specifications (e.g., AQA, Edexcel, OCR) and fieldwork requirements.

• Outstanding classroom presence, strong spatial/quantitative skills, and an infectious enthusiasm for physical and human geography.

Salary & Benefits

• Pay Scale: Inner London Main / Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS Inner London, commensurate with experience), with potential TLR opportunities available for Humanities Key Stage Leadership or Sustainability Coordination.

• Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS), comprehensive continuous professional development (CPD), structured mentoring pathways, and access to staff health and wellbeing programs.

How to Apply

If you are an ambitious Geography specialist ready to inspire future geographers, urban planners, and environmental leaders at a thriving secondary school in Newham, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application and CV as soon as possible for consideration.