Teacher of Geography

Position Summary

We are looking to appoint a full-time outstanding Teacher of Geography who can inspire and excite students in their learning of Geography. You will be joining a well‑resourced department that is driven by our focus on raising achievement. Geography is a popular option at GCSE and the post offers outstanding opportunities for continuous personal and professional development for a highly motivated and ambitious teacher.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ECT or experienced teacher. The person appointed would be supported by the Head of Geography and the team of Geography specialist teachers. We also work closely with the other Humanity subjects to support progress and learning across all key stages. As well as our state‑of‑the‑art facilities, and innovative teaching aids, we have an exciting programme of trips, visits, visitors and extra‑curricular activities.

Cornwallis Academy values positive working relationships and seeks individuals who will support this ethos. We are very excited about the future of Geography in our Academy and we are ready to invest in the right people to ensure its success.

If you would like to take a look around our fantastic facilities and meet the staff you could be working alongside, please contact our recruitment team on recru to arrange a visit.

• Qualified Teacher Status
• The ability to teach Geography up to KS4 and the potential for development of KS5 teaching
• Knowledge of the Geography national curriculum and relevant pedagogy for the key stage 3 curriculum
• Recent and relevant teaching experience

• A vibrant and exciting place to work
• An excellent CPD programme, with opportunities for action research and gaining nationally accredited qualifications
• The support of a Trust that currently runs two secondary schools, a primary school and a nursery for children aged 3 months to 4 years
• An opportunity to join various schemes such as the Benenden corporate healthcare scheme