Job Description
Are you an energetic Geography Teacher looking for a thriving school?\nA highly-renowned all-girls' independent school has a vacancy in their Geography department...\nLocation: Oxford, Oxfordshire\nStart Date: September 2025\nNature: Full-time/Part-time\nSalary: Competitive, in line with experience\nWe are delighted to offer a rewarding opportunity at a prestigious independent day and boarding school in Oxford, where young girls are encouraged to think outside the box, engage globally, and grow into confident, capable leaders.\nAbout the School\nThis forward-thinking school places a strong emphasis on academic achievement, personal development, and empowerment through learning. The Geography Department is central to this mission—helping girls explore human and physical geography through inquiry-based learning, critical debate, and real-world application.\nThe school looks after their staff, providing them with many benefits including loan of laptop and mouse for all teaching staff; employee centred and family friendly policies and practices; flexible working arrangements for work-life balance; and a cycle to work scheme.\nWhy This is a Unique Opportunity for an ECT:\n * \n Tailored ECT Support: A dedicated induction programme with experienced mentors who understand the needs of early career teachers.\n * \n Empowering Curriculum: Encourage female students to understand global challenges and become thoughtful global citizens.\n * \n Enrichment-Focused: Opportunities to lead field trips, geography clubs, and cross-curricular projects.\n * \n Supportive Community: Work within a collaborative team where innovation and personal growth are actively encouraged.\nYour Role:\n * \n Teach Geography to Key Stages 3 and 4, bringing the subject to life through inquiry and real-world contexts.\n * \n Foster intellectual curiosity through dynamic lessons, case studies, and discussions on global and environmental issues.\n * \n Participate in extracurricular activities such as eco-clubs and geography societies.\n * \n Work closely with a mentor to refine your teaching practice and classroom management.\nThe Ideal Candidate Will:\n * \n Hold (or be working towards) QTS with a degree in Geography or a related field.\n * \n Be passionate about girls’ education and the role Geography plays in shaping independent, globally-minded thinkers.\n * \n Demonstrate excellent communication and an inclusive teaching approach.\n * \n Bring enthusiasm and initiative to the wider school community.\nHow to Apply:\nIf you are an ambitious Geography Teacher or ECT ready to begin your teaching journey in a nurturing and academically challenging all-girls’ school, we would love to hear from you.\nPlease submit your CV at your earliest convenience