Teacher of Geography - September 2025
Sutton Valence School
Kent
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive salary plus benefits
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2025
- Apply by:
- 26 February 2025
Job overview
The department seeks a versatile Geography graduate with a passion for the subject and will provide a source of inspiration to the student body from all ages between 11 and 18. The post is available from September 2025.
Whilst this department has a history of successfully supporting talented, early career teachers, the post is available to anyone, regardless of experience. Applicants should have high expectations of pupil achievement and behaviour, excellent organisational and time-management skills, and enjoy working as part of a team.
The ability to teach another classroom based subject could be an advantage.
Sutton Valence School is a leading co-educational boarding and day school, educating more than 810 pupils aged 2–18 years.
Set in the heart of Kent, we boast beautiful surroundings that have been inspiring pupils since 1576. We enjoy an excellent reputation for providing a truly holistic education for our pupils, reflecting our Christian ethos.
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In return, you'll enjoy:
- Benenden Healthcare Membership
- Fee Remission
- Fitness Facilities
- Free School Meals
Closing date: Wednesday 26th February 2025
We welcome early applications, and we may interview candidates and appoint before the closing date.
Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), and a declaration of medical fitness. It is an offence to apply for this role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A copy of the School’s Child Protection policy may be found on the School’s website, which all applicants are expected to read prior to interview.
Sutton Valence School is an equal opportunities employer.
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About Sutton Valence School
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- Sutton Valence School
- North Street, Sutton Valence, Maidstone
- Kent
- ME17 3HL
- United Kingdom
Sutton Valence School is built upon an educational ethos that not only adds value to our students’ academic potential but helps to develop them into confident and independent young adults who leave the School appreciating the community values that underpin all that we do. The focus that we place upon our community is undoubtedly one-of-a-kind, nurturing an environment where each cares for all but individuality is also truly cherished.
As our excellent results attest, academic achievement is paramount here at Sutton Valence School. Our success at adding value to a student’s potential is not only something that we pride ourselves on but equally, something that sets us apart. Measuring the improvement of every child as they progress along their educational journey not only contributes towards the students staying engaged and focused, but also ensures that their hard work is reflected in their results.
The strength of the School’s community ethos is a fundamental part of what makes Sutton Valence School so distinct. As a School, we are large enough to deliver a varied and specialised academic and enrichment provision, yet small enough to allow us to get to know every student individually, providing the best of both worlds. By keeping the numbers low, we ensure that all of the students feel recognised and supported, not just by their own teachers, but by the School community as a whole. By achieving this, we create an environment where pupils can be challenged, where they have the confidence amongst peers to be curious and above all, where their contributions can be harnessed to the benefit of all.
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