Job description
Streatham & Clapham High School seeks a passionate and innovative educator to teach Geography from Key Stage 3 to A Level. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a department celebrated for its innovative practices and strong examination outcomes. Join us and foster a deep understanding of the world and its environments among our students.
The ideal candidate for this position will possess Qualified Teacher Status alongside a good honours degree, demonstrating a robust foundation in educational and subject-specific expertise. You will bring experience in teaching Geography across Key Stages 3-5, including A Level, showcasing a capacity to engage and elevate students' learning experiences and outcomes. A proven track record of inspiring excellent attainment and progress is essential, indicating a deep understanding of pedagogical strategies that foster academic excellence. Additionally, the ability to contribute effectively to the school's enrichment programmes, including the planning and execution of fieldwork and international trips, is vital, reflecting a commitment to extending learning beyond the classroom and nurturing a global perspective among students.
About Streatham & Clapham High School
Streatham & Clapham High School is a vibrant, exciting and fulfilling place in which to work. The School is characterised by a warm, welcoming and supportive atmosphere. New colleagues are supported through a personalised induction programme.
As part of the GDST, the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, such as:
• Competitive salaries and pay progression
• Access to extensive professional development opportunities
• Training grants for qualifications
• Generous pension schemes
• Free life assurance benefit
• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
• Free lunches for all staff during term time
• Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans
• A Cycle to Work scheme
• Good transport links
• Competitive terms and conditions of employment
For further details and to apply please click the apply button.
The closing date for applications is no later than noon on 28 March 2024.
Interviews will take place during the week of 18 April 2024, though the school reserves the right to appoint an exceptional candidate at any stage of the application process.
The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.
We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection screening will apply to this post.