Main-Scale Teacher of Geography Basic

About the school

JFS is a voluntary-aided school of over 2,000 students, including a thriving Sixth Form of over 550 students. It is one of the top schools in the country for both attainment and progress and was recently named the Sunday Times State Faith School of the Year 2025. Students excel academically, with well over 50 percent of all grades at 7+ at GCSE and nearly 60 percent of all grades at A or A* at A-level. The school is proud of these outcomes while recognising that grades form only one part of an exceptional education. It aims to prepare young people to become excellent adults, leaving with open hearts and kindness toward others.

The role

JFS seeks a Geography specialist to join the school for a September or January start. The successful candidate will be an exceptional classroom practitioner and a passionate advocate for the subject, with the drive to develop students creative and technical capabilities. The school welcomes applications from NQTs through to more experienced teachers, including those seeking a Lead Practitioner position. Candidates should have a clear vision of what constitutes a superb classroom and be ready to embrace new challenges.

Benefits & package

The school is committed to building an enthusiastic, caring and talented staff body. Teachers join a well-resourced department with excellent facilities. The school structure allows staff to focus on teaching: teachers are not expected to run detentions, meetings are kept to a minimum, and duties are extremely limited. Classes are calm and purposeful, and students are motivated to succeed. Strong pastoral care is provided by a dedicated team of 17 full-time professionals. JFS values relationships, warmth and humour within a culture of high expectations and mutual respect. Skilled practitioners are recognised through remuneration supported by voluntary parental contributions.

How to apply

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