Geography Key Stage 3 Co-ordinator - Full Time Permanent
Location: Langdon Park School, East London
Contract Type: Full-Time
Start Date: April, 2025
About Us
Langdon Park School (LPS) is a vibrant and inclusive secondary school and sixth form, located in the heart of East London. Situated directly outside Langdon Park DLR Station and served by multiple bus routes, our school is easily accessible for both staff and students.
At LPS, we are dedicated to providing an outstanding education that inspires a love of learning and empowers every student to achieve their full potential. Our pupils are respectful, motivated, and consistently demonstrate our LPS 4B values: Be Professional, Be Knowledgeable, Be Inclusive, and Be a Learner.These values are at the core of everything we do, fostering a positive and aspirational school culture where both students and staff thrive.
Our Geography faculty is a welcoming, supportive, and collaborative team with a shared vision to raise student outcomes through effective teaching and a commitment to best practices. We focus on addressing the needs of every student through tailored support, data-driven strategies, and a relentless emphasis on progress.Our culture of open feedback and personal growth ensures that staff are empowered to contribute to our collective mission of excellence.
The Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Geography to join our team. The successful candidate will:
- Lead the quality of education in Key Stage 3 Geography
- Deliver high-quality, engaging, and well-structured lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (experience with Key Stage 5 would be advantageous).
- Inspire and motivate students to achieve their best, regardless of their starting point.
- Contribute to the development of the Geography curriculum and extracurricular opportunities.
- Use assessment effectively to monitor progress and provide targeted support.
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued and supported.
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree in Geography or a related field.
- Has a proven track record of delivering excellent outcomes for students at GCSE and A-Level (if applicable)
- Demonstrates a deep understanding of the Geography curriculum and pedagogical best practices.
- Is committed to their own professional development and eager to contribute to the wider life of the school.
- Possesses excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
- Supportive environment: Join a friendly, inclusive Geography faculty with a shared vision for excellence and a commitment to best practices
- Professional growth: Benefit from weekly dedicated humanities-specific CPD to support your development.
- Workload management: a clear code of conduct, well-being charter and time budget; no emails after 13:00 Friday, no morning school/faculty meetings, with teaching resources prepared across KS3-5.
- Collaborative culture: Work in an environment that values open feedback and personal growth. Headteacher open door policy and KIT meetings.
- Career progression: Access opportunities for leadership development. Full range of NPQs on offer.
- State-of-the-art facilities: Teach in well-resourced classrooms equipped with large Promethean boards. Our teachers use iPads and Surface Pros to enhance their pedagogy and pupil engagement.
- Convenient commute: Take advantage of excellent transport links, with the school located directly outside Langdon Park DLR Station and served by multiple bus routes. We also operate a cycle 2 work scheme.
- On-site parking: Access our secure on-site staff car park.
- Competitive benefits: Receive Inner-London pay scale and yearly progression.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your application and a covering letter via TES’s quick apply, outlining your suitability for the role. Deadline for applications 12 pm 7th March. We reserve the right to call early applicants for interview.
Langdon Park School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Join us at Langdon Park School and make a lasting impact on the lives of our students. We look forward to receiving your application!