Teacher of Geography
Sydenham High School is looking for a dynamic, creative and innovative Teacher of Geography to join our popular and successful Geography Department.
This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic classroom practitioner with proficiency in teaching Geography from KS3 to KS5, to contribute to the academic and personal development of our pupils. You will have an innovative understanding of teaching and learning and you will have high expectations of all pupils’ achievements.
Ideally, you will demonstrate considerable initiative and be prepared to innovate both in the classroom and in the field. Staff are expected to be digitally literate and are encouraged to develop their personal digital skills.
Experience of teaching another subject, such as Religious Studies, would be beneficial. This position may also be considered for a full-time role.
Geography at Sydenham High School
The Geography Department at Sydenham High is an innovative and successful department with several pupils opting to pursue Geography and related disciplines at university each year. Pupils are inspired to think well beyond the exam specifications and show genuine enthusiasm for their studies.
The department is well resourced and works collaboratively, sharing best practice and encouraging all staff to share their ideas and expertise. All pupils have access to a device in each lesson meaning that we can seamlessly integrate the use of GIS and other digital resources.The department runs a range of fieldtrips each year, such as to the Lake District and Southwold, as well as making good use of more local environments in Sydenham, Stratford and Battersea.
Why Sydenham High School
Established in 1887, Sydenham High is an independent day school for girls aged 4-18 with over 700 pupils. The school is part of the Girls' Day School Trust, the leading and largest group of independent girls' schools in the UK. The GDST is at the forefront of education for girls and has a strong voice in promoting opportunities for young women.
Sydenham High is a selective school with a mission to ensure that every girl reaches her full academic potential. Our rich and diverse curriculum, with a full range of subjects as well as excellent enrichment provision outside of lessons, enables our students to develop the skills and personal attributes to prepare them for the challenges and opportunities of an ever-changing society.We are ambitious and forward thinking, looking to ensure our school continues to offer an outstanding education to our young people as well as the very best in pastoral care. Tolerance and mutual respect are a cornerstone of our ethos alongside an education which delivers a contemporary, innovative understanding of what it means to educate the ‘whole child’.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and a strong professional development programme. These benefits include:
- Competitive salaries and pay progression
- Access to extensive professional development opportunities
- Training grants for qualifications
- Generous pension schemes
- Free school lunches
- Financial guidance and support
- Retail and lifestyle discounts
- A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
To find out more and to apply, please click the apply button.
The closing date for applications is 9:00am on Thursday 24 April 2025.
Interviews are likely to be held week commencing 28 April 2025.
We reserve the right to interview at any point during the recruitment process, so early applications are encouraged. References for candidates invited to interview will be taken before the interview.
If you have any queries please contact hr@syd.gdst.net.
The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included
GDST are committed to the safeguarding of and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including online searches, and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.