Teacher of Geography

Teacher of Geography

Aylward Academy

1 Windmill Road
Edmonton, London, N18 1NB
United Kingdom

Salary: Main Pay Range / Upper Pay Range (Outer London Weighting) + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Hours: Full Time

Contract type: Permanent

Start date: September 2025 or earlier if possible

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Geography Teacher looking to inspire the next generation of global thinkers?

Aylward Academy is seeking a passionate educator to join our thriving Humanities Department and make a real impact on students' learning. There is the opportunity for a TLR responsibility for the right candidate.

Why Join Us?

1. Exciting Curriculum - Teach Geography across KS3, KS4, and KS5, delivering engaging lessons that spark curiosity about the world.
2. Supportive Team - Work alongside experienced and collaborative colleagues who share a love for Geography.
3. Outstanding Development - Benefit from high-quality CPD, career progression opportunities, and leadership support.
4. Inspiring Students - Teach in a diverse, vibrant learning community where students are eager to learn and achieve.
5. Thriving Environment - Join a school rated 'GOOD' by Ofsted, committed to staff well-being, inclusion, and academic excellence.

About You

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a strong subject knowledge in Geography.
• Passion for teaching and a commitment to delivering engaging and high-quality lessons.
• Ability to inspire students of all abilities and create a love for learning.
• Willingness to contribute to the wider school community, including enrichment activities and field trips.

If you're ready to make a difference and shape the geographers of the future, we'd love to hear from you!

This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of young people.

About Aylward Academy

Based in Edmonton, North London, Aylward Academy was established in September 2010 and is an 11-19 learning community with over 1,000 students on roll, including a thriving sixth form. Aylward is situated within a diverse and vibrant London community. Many of our students have English as an additional language, and a significant proportion are entitled to the Pupil Premium. The School is currently rated as GOOD by its last Ofsted inspection in July 2021.

Who is Lift Schools?

We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you:

• Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
• Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

The role is due to commence September 2025 or earlier if possible. This is a full time, permanent position.

Closing date: 24 April 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

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