Geography Teacher (Head of Humanities)

Teacher of Geography

The School:

North London Grammar School is a modern independent grammar school, situated in Hendon, North London, with state-of-the-art facilities. Students benefit from small class sizes and highly interactive learning. The school is a warm and welcoming environment, with a supportive team and an investment in training. This is an exciting time to be joining the school in a new phase of our growth. 

The Post:

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated professional, with drive and ambition, to join the Humanities Department from April 2025. The successful candidate will be required to teach KS3 and KS4. This post would suit someone new to teaching or someone with greater experience. The candidate will be able to inspire students with a passion for Geography through both the curriculum and the co-curriculum. The ability to teach another Humanities subject would be an advantage.

The position of Head of Humanities will be considered for an appropriately experienced candidate,

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher with excellent subject knowledge to play a key role in teaching highly motivated pupils within an energetic, diverse and innovative department. The Humanities Department at NLGS holds practical application, collaboration and innovation at the heart of its approach. The curriculum has a focus on learning through enjoyment and is designed to develop the key skills that enable students to be successful in their studies at GCSE and beyond.

The successful candidate will be expected to make a contribution to departmental activities outside the classroom, including trips, clubs, assemblies and other interactive events, to broaden the experiences of our students. A willingness to offer support to other aspects of the extracurricular life of the school is required.

What we are looking for:

•      A professional who is inspirational in the passion for Geography

•      A successful teacher who believes in bringing out the best in every student and who believes in the potential of all students

•      An individual who is committed to high quality teaching and learning and able to motivate gifted and talented students

·       A person with who holds QTS and a relevant graduate degree

·       Excellent organisational and ICT skills

·       The capacity to work collaboratively as part of a team

We will offer the successful candidate:

·       Happy and enthusiastic students who want to learn

·       A professionally stimulating and supportive working environment

·       A strong commitment to professional development and progression

·       A commitment to staff wellbeing

·       A positive and innovative learning environment, supported by students, staff, parents and governors

·       A well-resourced, innovative and inspirational Humanities Department

·       A supportive Leadership Team

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, fill in an application using the TES application form.

Applications will be considered upon receipt.

NB: Applications will be considered whilst the post is being advertised. North London Grammar School reserves the right to close adverts earlier than the stated deadline. We advise early applications are submitted.

North London Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people within our care and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. Any future offer of employment remains subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS clearance, a health check and references.