Subject Leader of Geography

Overview

Bishop Justus is seeking to appoint an exceptional and inspiring Subject Leader of Geography to join our ambitious and dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to drive excellence in geography, fostering a strong knowledge of place and a curiosity about the physical and human processes that shape our world.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, adaptable leader with strong subject knowledge and a commitment to high-quality teaching and learning. Whether experienced or an ambitious teacher ready for the next step, you will bring clarity, vision and a relentless focus on securing strong outcomes through a knowledge-led curriculum across Key Stages 3–5.

The successful candidate will build strong relationships, communicate with precision and lead with both warmth and high expectations. You will cultivate a culture of geographical scholarship, where students think deeply, engage critically with issues such as environment and sustainability, and develop a secure understanding of the world.

At Bishop Justus, we are uncompromising in our pursuit of high academic standards and believe every student deserves an exceptional education.

Personal attributes

 Our ideal candidate will:

• Be an excellent teacher of Geography.
• Be an experienced leader.
• Have experience teaching across KS3 to KS5.
• Have a love of the subject and desire and ability to convey this to students
• Be enthusiastic, energetic and be able to lead innovation within a team.
• Possess effective communication skills and be emotionally intelligent.
• Be committed to extra-curricular activities including lunch time activities.
• Be committed to continuing professional learning.
• Have integrity, optimism and a good sense of humour.
• Hold a good honours degree along with qualified teacher status.

In return, we offer:

• A happy community committed to the professional development of all colleagues;
• A distinctive local context ensuring we place inclusivity at the heart of all we do;
• A skilled and experienced team of teachers and other professionals;
• A motivated leadership team leading rapid improvement to the students’ life chances;
• A school in which the students are enthusiastic, engaging and thoughtful.

Salary & Benefits

Grade: MPS/UPS + TLR 2Ci (£8,137.00 p.a.)

Hours: Full Time , Permanent

Location

Bishop Justus Church of England School
Magpie Hall Lane
Bromley
Kent
BR2 8HZ

Supporting documents

• Please click here for the Job Description
• Please click here for an Application Form

How to apply

Please send your application, outlining your suitability for the role against the enclosed person specification and job description, by email to recruitment@bishopjustus.bromley.sch.uk.

Please note a signed copy of your application form will be required prior to interview.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to bring appropriate identification with them to interview. For the purpose of DBS clearance, only copies of the successful applicant’s identification will be retained.

All candidates should provide two references. Permission should be sought prior to including any referee on your application form. Shortlisted candidates will have their references taken-up before any interview.

We reserve the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.