Teacher of Geography (Maternity Cover)

Our well established Geography department is seeking a new member. Our curriculum is fully resourced and the subject is incredibly popular with pupils. We are looking for a high performing individual to contribute to raising student achievement in Geography and the continued development of the department. We are looking for a well-qualified and enthusiastic colleague to join our ambitious and highly skilled department. You will need to have the knowledge and skills to be an excellent teacher, thrive on routines and orderly structure, be a great colleague and the ability to teach your specialism in KS3 and KS4. Some teaching of Key Stage 3 outside of the specialism may be required (although still within the humanities), using well planned complete resources and being supported by other subject leaders and our CPD provision.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.

To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our ‘Why you should work for GLT’ recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

● Working with your department to contribute to raising student achievement

● To contribute to the continued development of the curriculum

● Contribute to enrichment (through our Character Programme)

● To undertake a designated programme of teaching across all key stages

● To teach consistently high-quality lessons

● To plan and deliver schemes of work and lessons that meet the requirements of KS3 and KS4

● To be a role model for students, inspiring them to be actively interested in your subject

● To prioritise and manage time effectively

● To follow the school policies and procedures

● To maintain excellent student conduct in accordance with the school procedures and to encourage good practice with regard to standards of work, homework and manners

● To update professional knowledge and expertise as appropriate to keep up to date with developments in teaching practice and subject pedagogy

● All teaching staff are expected to teach our fully resourced KS3 RE and/or PSHE if needed

You will need:

• Hold a recognised degree (or equivalent) with a good classification in relevant subject teaching qualification (QTS)

• Successful experience of teaching Geography

• Experience of teaching to at least GCSE level

• Ability to teach your subject area up to Key Stage 4

• Desire to further raise overall achievement in your subject that seeks to promoting the highest standards of teaching and learning

• Demonstrate a commitment to following the school’s principles of teaching, learning and assessment

• Good behaviour / classroom management

• Commitment to working within the School’s Safeguarding Policy and Procedures

• Commitment to high standards and expectations

• Commitment to own self development

• High levels of professional integrity

• Excellent subject knowledge and a genuine passion for teaching your subject

• Detailed knowledge of current curriculum and pedagogical developments in the teaching of your subject and the wider curriculum

• Awareness of wider educational

What’s in it for you:

● Professional development and career progression

● Generous pension scheme

● Access to Blue Light Card scheme

● Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)

● An Employee Assistance Programme

● Gym Discounts

● Free eye tests

● Cycle to work scheme

● Green car scheme

● Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 11.59 pm on Sunday 23rd November 2025. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.