Geography Teacher Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

Geography Teacher

Location: Kensington West London

Salary: MPS/UPS (Inner London)

Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent

The Opportunity

Wayman Education is seeking an intellectually curious and inspiring Geography Teacher to join a high-achieving secondary school in the prestigious Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. This is a chance to teach in one of the most vibrant urban geographies in the world where the local landscape provides a live case study for social and environmental change.

The Role

We are looking for a specialist who can navigate both Physical and Human Geography with ease. You will be responsible for teaching Key Stage 3 through to Key Stage 5 delivering a curriculum that explores everything from global geopolitical shifts to the localized impacts of urban regeneration and climate change.

Key Responsibilities:

• Curriculum Delivery: Lead high-level academic discussions on tectonic hazards atmospheric systems and global development.

• Fieldwork Leadership: Organize and lead local and international fieldwork opportunities utilizing the unique urban environment of London and beyond.

• Exam Excellence: Support students through GCSE and A-Level examinations (AQA or Edexcel) focusing on high-level evaluative writing and data analysis.

• Sustainability Advocacy: Play a lead role in the schools environmental initiatives helping students engage with contemporary issues like the Green Economy and net-zero targets.

The School

This Kensington-based school is known for its academic rigour and its diverse ambitious student body. It offers a sophisticated learning environment where the Humanities are at the forefront of the schools mission to create global citizens.

Why join this team

• Inner London Benefits: Benefit from the highest salary weighting and excellent local authority support.

• Exceptional Resources: Access to premium GIS software digital mapping tools and well-funded departmental budgets.

• Prime Location: Work in a beautiful part of West London with world-class museums and parks right on your doorstep.

• Professional Network: Join a community of educators committed to research-led practice and innovative pedagogy.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

• A strong degree in Geography or an Environmental Science discipline.

• Proven experience teaching Geography at Key Stage 5 (A-Level).

• A passion for fieldwork and a commitment to making Geography real for urban students.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to challenge high-attaining pupils.

About Wayman Education

Wayman Education is a premier recruitment agency specializing in the London education market. With over 20 years of experience we help teachers find roles in schools that match their professional ambitions and personal values.

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If you are an educator who can bring the world into the classroom in Kensington we want to hear from you.