The best school Ive ever worked at: the culture, the staff and students, the training, everything! (staff member)
I was amazed at what a great atmosphere the school exuded, how well turned out the children were and how polite and bright they all seemed (visitor)
The Bridge Academy is a truly exceptional school. Our students progress is consistently excellent and our superb personal development offer means that over the last few years we have been national debating champions, enjoyed a host of sporting successes and won both the Incorporated Society of Musicians Gold Award and the Hackney Mayors award for music.
Do You:
Believe 100% in a warm/strict approach?
See developing culture, behaviour and character as a priority for teachers?
Strive for academic rigour and want to teach using a Direct Instruction approach?
Prioritise and take responsibility for student outcomes and act accordingly?
Believe that students from any background can succeed in a school where standards are high enough?
Never stop trying to improve and view feedback as a gift?
We are seeking to appoint a Geography Subject Leader who is totally aligned to our values of Hard Work, Integrity and Kindness and who strives for Excellence in everything they do. Our mission is to ensure that all students can go on to succeed at a good University, thrive in their chosen field and live a great life. Can you help us to fulfil this?
If so, we could be the Academy for you.
The successful candidate will join a strong team of subject leaders and deliver a diverse and engaging curriculum. The department has a strong record of success. In August 2025, 25% of KS4 students achieved grades 97. At KS5, 50% of students achieved A*A, with 100% achieving grades A*C. The ability to teach Geography up to KS5 is essential.
To apply for this position, please read the Job Description & Specification, the information pack, and complete the online application form. Please ensure that you also read our school workforce privacy notice.
We encourage applicants from all sectors of the community to apply.
Closing date: 9:00am on Tuesday, 3rd March 2026.
Start date: 1 September 2026.
We may review applications before the deadline, so all applicants are advised to apply as soon as possible.
The Bridge Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to the necessary safeguarding checks, including receipt of a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check with barred list information.
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