Geography Teacher - Urban Studies Focus - Barking & Dagenham

Geography Teacher – Lead Key Stage 3 Urban Regeneration Studies and Drive Fieldwork in the Local Community – Barking & Dagenham

A progressive and community-focused secondary school in Barking & Dagenham is seeking an experienced and dynamic Geography Teacher with expertise in urban geography from January 2026.

• Geography Teacher required from January 2026
• Barking & Dagenham-based school with a clear community focus and excellent local links.
• Ideal for a teacher passionate about Urban Regeneration and utilizing the local 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 narrowing the attainment gap through practical, relevant curriculum content.

Experience and Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status ( QTS ) and a relevant degree in Geography.
• Experience in planning and leading successful GCSE fieldwork in human and physical contexts.
• 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 school prides itself on its strong pastoral care and clear behavioural systems. The Humanities department is fully staffed, well-resourced, and benefits from shared curriculum planning across key stages.

• Strong departmental collaboration and shared resources.
• Outer London salary and a well-behaved student body.
• Opportunities to lead KS3 curriculum or local fieldwork initiatives.

Salary

Paid to MPS/UPS Outer London Scale

Application

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