Geography Teacher - Urban Development - Hackney

Geography Teacher – Lead Urban Development Studies and Utilize Inner-City Case Studies for Fieldwork – Hackney

A progressive and community-focused secondary school in Hackney is seeking an experienced and dynamic Geography Teacher with expertise in Urban and Human Geography from January 2026.

• Geography Teacher required from January 2026.
• Hackney-based school with a clear community focus and excellent local links.
• Ideal for a teacher passionate about Urban Geography, Gentrification, and utilizing the local inner-city environment for fieldwork.

You will teach Geography across KS3-KS5. The role includes planning fieldwork-intensive lessons that develop mapping and data collection skills, with a focus on challenging, relevant curriculum content, particularly in the Human Geography modules.

Experience and Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status ( QTS ) and a relevant degree in Geography.
• Experience in planning and leading successful GCSE fieldwork in urban environments.
• Strong ability to teach both Physical and Human Geography at A-Level.
• Commitment to contributing to the school's environmental awareness programme.

School Information

The Humanities faculty is highly successful, sharing excellent resources and focusing on reducing individual workload through collaborative planning. We have a clear vision for academic excellence, supported by a highly skilled team and regular opportunities for fieldwork and external training, leveraging our unique inner-city location for powerful case studies. The school offers an Inner London salary and strong professional support.

• Strong departmental collaboration and commitment to academic excellence.
• Inner London salary and excellent opportunities for progression.
• Access to a dedicated GIS mapping suite for advanced data analysis.
• Dedicated time provided for planning and leading GCSE/A-Level fieldwork trips.

Salary

Paid to MPS/UPS Inner London Scale

Application

To apply for this Geography Teacher position in Hackney, please send your most up to date CV as soon as possible. Early applications are warmly encouraged.