Geography Teacher

Smart Teachers are working with a high-performing secondary school in East London seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Geography Teacher to join their Humanities department from October 2026.

About the role

This is an excellent opportunity to teach Geography across Key Stages 3. The successful teacher will inspire students to develop a strong understanding of the world around them through engaging, well-planned lessons that promote curiosity, critical thinking and academic success.

About the school

This highly regarded all-girls secondary school in East London has a strong reputation for academic excellence, high expectations and providing a supportive environment where students are encouraged to achieve their full potential.

The school places a strong emphasis on developing well-rounded young people, combining excellent teaching with a broad range of enrichment opportunities. With a dedicated leadership team and committed staff, the school fosters a positive learning environment built on respect, ambition and personal development.

Students benefit from excellent facilities, a strong curriculum and a culture that encourages curiosity, confidence and a love of learning. The school is easily accessible via public transport and offers a welcoming and collaborative environment for staff.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Geography Teacher you will:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching Geography in UK secondary school
• Strong subject knowledge across the secondary curriculum
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills
• A commitment to raising achievement and delivering engaging, inclusive lessons

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Suitable teaching experience

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Daniel Uwaifo on 020 7065 7500 or email [email protected].