Teacher of Geography

Inner London Pay Scale – MPS/UPS
Required January 2021
Maternity Cover
Whitechapel, London Borough of Tower Hamlets

We seek to appoint an ambitious and enthusiastic Teacher of Geography.  Applications are welcomed from both experienced and newly qualified teachers.

This is a school in an area of relatively high deprivation which transforms the life opportunities of children.  If you came into teaching to transform lives, then this is an opportunity for you to do so.

As Britain’s first federated school, our campus embraces two schools, Boys’ and Girls’ with a co-ed Sixth Form.  We are a World Class School, hold Beacon School status and work in effective partnership with several organisations including City in Excellence in Teaching and East London Teaching School Alliance. With state of the art buildings and facilities and a team of innovative, experienced and dedicated professional staff, Bishop Challoner is an exciting and supportive environment in which to work and develop your career.

Geography is a popular subject at Bishop Challoner, attracting high numbers at GCSE and growing numbers at A Level. Working with a team of passionate and dedicated practitioners, you will join a highly successful department and contribute to its development by offering an innovative and thought-provoking curriculum and an engaging learning environment.

If you have the passion and drive to contribute to the future development of Geography at Bishop Challoner, we look forward to hearing from you. You do not need to be a practising Catholic to apply.

We Offer:

• An established and comprehensive induction programme for NQTs and other new staff
• An established and comprehensive Early Careers Teacher programme (ECT) (years 2 – 4)
• A strong commitment to your professional development and career management - excellent CPD and leadership development at all levels
• A supportive environment in which your enthusiasm will be encouraged, nurtured and rewarded
• A working environment focused on Teaching and Learning and raising standards for all
• A positive and stimulating school climate which values the contribution of all staff

We are looking for professionals with:

• The willingness to support our Catholic Ethos
• Evidence of excellent classroom practice or the potential to achieve it
• A track record of successful student outcomes at KS4 and KS5
• High expectations of student attainment and behaviour

How to Apply:

To apply, please request an application form from Ellie Field at bishopchalloner@hays.com or call Ellie on 0207 259 8770 for more information. 

Your application is a direct permanent application to our school (not through agency), Hays is our recruitment partner and manages the advertising for all permanent appointments.

Closing Date:    12 noon on Tuesday 6th October 2020

You can also visit www.bishopchallonerfederation.towerhamlets.sch.uk for more information.

*Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early for this role. The school reserves the right to close this advert early should the right candidate be found. 

Our federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  Any appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check.  

The Governing Body is an Equal Opportunity Employer.