Wetherby Senior School
Teacher of Geography
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ROLE SUMMARY:
Wetherby Senior School was founded in 2015 and is a member of the Inspired Education Group. There are approximately 450 boys on roll, all of whom study at least one language for five years. We consistently deliver strong academic outcomes, regularly adding at least 0.5 of a grade Value Added at both IGCSE and A Level. Our students achieve places at top universities in the UK—such as Cambridge, LSE, Imperial, Durham and UCL—as well as internationally, including the University of Chicago, Georgetown, Bocconi in Milan and the IE Business School Madrid.
The School was established to offer a progressive education in the heart of London, balancing academic rigour with creativity, collaboration, and personal development. Philosophy and Thinking Skills are embedded in our curriculum to encourage critical thinking and social responsibility. Our skilled and committed staff prepare students to thrive at leading universities in the UK, US, and beyond.
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Wetherby Senior is now looking for a Teacher of Geography to join our well-established and high-performing department from January 2027. This is a maternity cover position until December 2027. Geography is a popular option at both GCSE and A Level, and student outcomes are consistently strong. The department benefits from subject-specific classrooms, excellent digital resources, and a rich co-curricular programme including fieldwork and Model United Nations. We follow the AQA specification across all key stages.
This post offers an exciting opportunity for a talented educator—either newly qualified or with experience—looking to develop their career in a forward-thinking and supportive independent school. Staff at Wetherby Senior join from both the maintained and independent sectors, and we warmly welcome colleagues from diverse professional backgrounds.
Please note this role is offered on a 0.8 or 1 FTE.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Deliver engaging and high-quality Geography lessons, maintaining strong progress across all key stages.
- Teach Geography to GCSE and A Level, using AQA specifications.
- Plan and assess effectively, using data to inform teaching and providing meaningful feedback.
- Support pupils with diverse learning needs and foster an inclusive classroom environment.
- Contribute to departmental development through meetings, shared resources, and curriculum planning.
- Stay up to date with subject knowledge and participate actively in INSET and CPD.
- Play a key role in enrichment, including fieldwork trips, lectures, and the Geography Scholars Programme.
- Support the school’s Model United Nations programme (experience or interest is welcome).
- Support the pastoral care system, including tutor responsibilities and supervision duties.
- Contribute to the broader life of the school through co-curricular activities and events.
- Uphold the school’s values and policies, especially in relation to safeguarding, wellbeing, and inclusion.
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THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
- Excellent subject knowledge and academic qualifications.
- A passion for Geography and the ability to inspire students.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with students, parents, and colleagues.
- The ability to deliver dynamic, differentiated teaching across a full ability range.
- A genuine commitment to pastoral care and the safeguarding of young people.
- Skills or interests that can contribute to the wider co-curricular programme.
- Excellent organisational, administrative, and IT skills.
- A collaborative, reflective and professional approach to teaching and school life.
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:
Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
SCHOOL APPLICATION FORM:
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