Geography Teacher

Permanent full-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)

Job Reference: GEOARSEPT_1780405940

Closing date: July 3, 2026

Location: South East London, United Kingdom

Type: Full-Time

Status: Permanent

Contact: Roscoe Price Moor +64 273124286 rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Teacher of Geography

South London | September 2026 | Permanent

A leading education recruitment agency is working in partnership with an outstanding secondary school in South London to appoint a Teacher of Geography for a September 2026 start.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly successful, inclusive 11-18 school that places students at the heart of everything it does. The school is recognised nationally for its exceptional outcomes, commitment to inclusion, and strong culture of professional development.

About the School

Our client offers:

• An Outstanding Ofsted judgement (2022)
• World Class School status
• Excellent GCSE and A-Level outcomes, with A-Level results consistently placing the school among the top-performing schools nationally
• A diverse and vibrant student community
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and development
• A highly oversubscribed intake, receiving over 1,200 applications annually for 192 Year 7 places

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Teach Geography across Key Stages 3-5
• Deliver engaging and challenging lessons that inspire a love of learning
• Contribute to curriculum development and departmental improvement
• Maintain high standards of achievement, behaviour and student progress
• Take on the role of Form Tutor or Sixth Form Tutor
• Support and lead Geography enrichment and extra-curricular activities
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the wider life of the school

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Holds QTS (or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification)
• Has strong subject knowledge and a passion for Geography
• Is committed to raising achievement for all students
• Has high expectations of behaviour and academic success
• Values inclusion and student wellbeing
• Enjoys working as part of a collaborative team

What the School Offers

• The opportunity to work in an outstanding Geography department with strong outcomes
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• A school that prioritises staff wellbeing and recognition
• Excellent professional development and clear career progression opportunities
• Strong leadership and a culture of high expectations and support

Applications are welcome from experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs)

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'