Acting Head of Geography

(Maternity cover for up to three terms)

For a well-qualified, and enthusiastic geography graduate, this post provides the opportunity to take on leadership of a highly-motivated and ambitious department as it moves into new, purpose-built accommodation.    

A varied style of teaching and a dynamic range of physical and human geography topics characterise this popular subject choice.  The successful candidate will be expected to teach from years 7 to 13, including Oxbridge entrance, combining intellectual rigour with genuine passion.  A willingness to teach physical geography at A level is desirable. Alongside departmental management and the preparation of exams, the post holder will be enthusiastic about developing the use of technology in the classroom.  He/she will also participate in our pastoral programme and play a full part in the varied co-curricular life of the school.    

St Paul’s Girls’ School is one of the country’s leading independent secondary day schools for girls aged 11-18.  Housed in grade 2 listed buildings in Brook Green, the school provides excellent facilities and a lively and stimulating teaching environment, matched by consistently outstanding exam results.   

Follow the link to our careers site https://spgs.schoolrecruiter.co.uk/ to access further details, or contact our recruitment line on 020 7605 4875. Our on-line application form, including a supporting statement and full CV should be received by noon on the specified closing date.    

Closing date: Monday 19 March 2018 

Interview date: Thursday 22 March 2018  

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service.