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Trainee Geography Teacher – Wandsworth – September
Looking for your Trainee Geography Teacher role in Wandsworth this September?
This permanent opportunity is available at a high-performing, Outstanding 11–18 academy, part of one of London’s most successful multi-academy trusts. Known for:
- Exceptional staff development
- Academic excellence
- Ambitious pupils
Key Details
- Job Title: Trainee Geography Teacher
- Contract: Permanent
- Start Date: September
- Location: Wandsworth
- Pay: £110–£120 per day during training
- Route: Clear progression to qualified teacher status (QTS)
What We Offer
- Outstanding professional development and expert mentoring
- High-quality teaching facilities and specialist Humanities resources
- Access to collapse to career progression
- A collaborative staff team focused on high expectations
- Teaching motivated pupils within a culture of knowledge, integrity, and resilience
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Responsibilities
- Support engaging Geography lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
- Contribute to enrichment activities
- Encourage a knowledge-rich, inclusive learning environment
Requirements
You’ll need:
- A strong Geography-related degree (preferably 2:1 or above)
- Excellent subject knowledge and a genuine passion for education
- Previous school experience (tutoring, mentoring) is desirable but not mandatory
- Enthusiasm, organisation, resilience, and a commitment to outstanding learner outcomes
About the Academy
- Educates ~895 pupils, with 11% receiving SEN Support and 3% holding EHCPs
- Strong academic outcomes:
- Attainment 8 score of 49.8
- 56% of students achieve Grade 5+ in English and Maths
- Consistently among the top-performing academies in London
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Why This Role?
Perfect for a graduate eager to develop within an aspirational, knowledge-centred school in Wandsworth.
Next Steps
- Interviews are taking place for a September start – don’t miss this exciting opportunity!
- Ribbons & Reeves (London’s leading Education Recruiters) specialise in placing educators in long-term, permanent roles like this.
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