Teacher of Geography

Job Overview

Teacher of Geography – Salary: MPS/UPS (Outer London). Job type:
Full time, Permanent. Apply by Wednesday 25th February 2026 at 9am.

We are seeking an ambitious and highly effective classroom teacher to join our dynamic, supportive team at Oaks Park High School. Our 11–18 mixed comprehensive school enjoys an oversubscribed intake, strong academic record (Progress 8 score 0.63) and modern facilities. We pride ourselves on a collaborative culture, innovative teaching and a student‑centred philosophy.

• Understand the requirements for high‑quality teaching.
• Use ICT in all aspects of your work.
• Have sound knowledge of the Geography curriculum and teach GCSE and A‑Level.
• Maintain excellent administration skills and meet deadlines.
• Act as a form tutor and fulfil those responsibilities.
• Demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills, relating to people at all levels.
• Be a positive team player with a strong commitment to professional development.
• Embrace new technologies and ideas that enhance learning.
• Deal sensitively with pupils, parents and colleagues.
• Be highly self‑motivated.

• Oversubscribed 11‑18 mixed comprehensive school with over 400 students in the sixth form and excellent technology and modern facilities.
• Collaborative, forward‑thinking leadership team.
• Strong vision for success supported by an excellent continuing professional development programme.
• Medical and well‑being support for all staff at no cost.
• A vibrant multicultural community that keeps our child‑centred philosophy at its heart.
• Strong reputation for outstanding pupil behaviour and purposeful learning environment.
• High standards of student care and achievement, seeking outstanding staff who wish to be part of our success.

Oaks Park High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Short‑listed candidates will need to disclose any unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and bring their current DBS certificate to interview. Disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily prevent employment but may lead to dismissal if disallowed.

Reference checks will be conducted and enhanced disclosure and barring service checks required.

The school is centrally located in the London Borough of Redbridge with excellent transport links to central London and outer London. Newbury Park station (Zone 4 on the Central Line) is only a four‑minute walk away.

9 AM on Wednesday 26th February 2026. ECTs are welcome to apply. Complete and submit your application to headteachers