Geography Teacher - Full-time

Herne Bay High School, Herne Bay

• Ref:KCC886-5448-456T
• Posted:09/06/2025
• Pay:MPS/UPS and TLR or R&R for the right candidate
• Start Date:September 2025
• App Close Date:31/07/2025 at 13:00
• Interviews:TBC

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Teacher of Geography
Explore the World. Inspire the Next Generation of Global Citizens.

We warmly welcome applications from Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and offer a supportive induction programme to help you thrive in your teaching journey.

Whether you’re just starting out or bring a wealth of experience, you’ll find a welcoming, forward-thinking community here at Herne Bay High.

Are you a passionate geographer eager to ignite curiosity and foster a deeper understanding of our world? Herne Bay High School is seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable Geography Teacher to join our thriving Humanities department.

Geography at Herne Bay High goes beyond maps and statistics—it’s about equipping students with the tools to understand the complex relationships between people, places, and environments. If you're ready to make geography real, relevant, and inspiring, we want to hear from you.

Why Join Herne Bay High?

• Innovative Curriculum: Deliver engaging, thought-provoking lessons across a range of human and physical geography topics at KS3 and KS4.
• Collaborative Team: Work alongside a supportive Humanities department that values creativity and shared success.
• Professional Growth: Benefit from bespoke CPD opportunities and clear pathways for career progression.
• Wellbeing Matters: Enjoy staff perks including complimentary Benenden Health Care and a range of staff discounts.

What You’ll Do:

• Teach high-quality, well-planned Geography lessons that promote critical thinking and spatial awareness.
• Help students connect geographical concepts to current global and local challenges.
• Assess student progress using varied methods and provide insightful feedback.
• Contribute to curriculum development and enrichment activities such as fieldwork and eco-initiatives.

We’re Looking For:

• A qualified teacher with a degree in Geography or a closely related field.
• An enthusiastic educator who can motivate and challenge students of all abilities.
• A team player who embraces innovation and continuous improvement.

Safeguarding Commitment:
At Herne Bay High, we are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to comprehensive child protection screening, including enhanced DBS and reference checks.

Information about the school

Herne Bay High School is a large hugely successful Single Academy Trust that serves the Herne Bay coastal area of North Kent. We have a comprehensive intake and are significantly oversubscribed in all year groups and in June 2022 Ofsted rated the school good with an Outstanding 6th form provision.

Whilst academic rigour and examination success is at the forefront of our development, we passionately believe that a broad, balanced approach to education is important and as such we place great emphasis on the Creative and Performing Arts, Technology, and Sport as a key part of a young person’s early educational journey. Herne Bay High School is also a champion of collaborative practice, with current memberships to the East Kent Learning Alliance (EKLA), East Kent Schools Together Network (EKST), and the Coastal Alliance Co-Operative Trust (CACOT).

Safeguarding Commitment: At Herne Bay High, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. As such, all applicants will be required to undergo comprehensive child protection screening, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), and Barred List Checks. If you share our commitment to safeguarding and child welfare, we encourage you to apply.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Jemma Lowry
• Address:Bullockstone Road, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 7NS
• Telephone: (01227) 361221
• Email: jemma.lowry@hernebayhigh.org

Fax: 01227 742481