Teacher of Geography - Full-time/Part-time

The Malling School, East Malling

• Ref:KCC886-5425-608T
• Posted:12/01/2026
• Pay:MPS
• Start Date:September 2026
• App Close Date:30/01/2026 at 14:00
• Interviews:TBC

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Teacher of Geography
MPS – Full time/part time flexible – to be discussed at interview
Start date: September

Are you an enthusiastic Geography Teacher passionate about helping students understand the world? The Malling School, rated Good with Outstanding features by Ofsted, is seeking a dedicated Geography Teacher to join our vibrant Humanities team. This role offers an exciting opportunity within a supportive department, with start date and working arrangements open to discussion.

About The Malling School
Our values—Caring, Determined, and Reflective—underpin everything we do. Our commitment to character education has earned the Character Education Kitemark+ and national recognition as a hub for supporting other schools. Students consistently achieve highly, making us one of the top-performing non-selective schools in Kent.

What sets us apart? Exceptional behaviour, high expectations, and a culture where teachers can focus on delivering excellent lessons. Clear systems and strong leadership create a calm, purposeful environment for staff and students alike.

About the Geography Department
Geography at The Malling School develops students’ understanding of place, environment, global issues, and interconnections in the world. We deliver an ambitious curriculum that nurtures curiosity, critical thinking, and a love of learning.

We offer:

• Efficient assessment and feedback systems that support learning and manage staff workload.

• Weekly subject-specific CPD and collaboration with external partners for professional growth.

• Engagement with outstanding schools and curriculum specialists to drive innovation.

As a Geography Teacher you will:

• Teach Geography up to GCSE, with potential KS5 delivery depending on experience.

• Participate in a tailored professional learning programme.

• Benefit from effective behaviour systems creating a purposeful learning environment.

• Engage in personalised induction, coaching, Developmental Learning Walks, and ongoing feedback.

• Help shape and enhance a modern, ambitious Geography curriculum.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold QTS and be able to teach KS3 and GCSE (KS5 desirable).

• Be reflective, innovative, and committed to continuous classroom improvement.

• Demonstrate a strong record of helping students make excellent progress.

• Be motivated to have a positive, lasting impact on young people.

• Bring enthusiasm, subject passion, and a values-driven approach.

Safeguarding and Compliance
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure, Occupational Health check, two satisfactory references, an online check, and, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

How to Apply
Apply via the Kent Teach website by 30th January. Interviews will follow shortly after. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient interest is received. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Visit Us
We encourage visits during a school day to see our exceptional behaviour, high expectations, supportive staff, and respectful students. To book, contact hr@themallingschool.kent.sch.uk

Information about the school

A mixed 11-19 co-educational High School of 1,000 pupils serving the historic market town of West Malling and surrounding villages. The school is set in pleasant rural surroundings and has its own lake and extensive grounds.

West Malling is close to the county town of Maidstone and has excellent rail links to London and Ashford

This is an exciting time to be joining the staff of The Malling School.

We are dedicated to providing a holistic education, nurturing the complete student. Our strong culture, robust behaviour systems, and Ofsted-rated "Good with Outstanding Features" provides a solid foundation for our students success.

We provide a very supportive environment in which staff can further develop their skills and we ensure every new member of staff has access to a trained coach. With close teams of teachers and non-teachers working together we take a collaborative approach to school improvement and have a shared aim of providing the very best education for our pupils.

Visit our website at www.themallingschool.kent.sch.uk for further information

Job Contact Information

• Name:HR
• Address:The Malling School, Beech Road , East Malling, Kent, ME19 6DH
• Telephone: 01732 840995
• Email: hr@themallingschool.kent.sch.uk

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Employment of Ex-Offenders policy
• Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy
• Recruitment Pack