We are recruiting for a Teacher of Geography to join our staff team at Stoke Damerel Community College and Scott Medical and Healthcare College Campus. The successful candidate will contribute to raising student achievement and the continued development of the department. They should be an enthusiastic subject specialist who can motivate, challenge, support and inspire our students.
This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join the campus and further contribute to the life chances of young people in the school and across the Trust.
Stoke Damerel Community College and Scott Medical and Healthcare College is a vibrant and aspirational community of teachers and learners. We have an excellent teaching and support staff team who demonstrate and encourage a lifelong love of learning, within and beyond our curriculum.
Our Campus is based in the heart of the city of Plymouth with stunning view of the Plymouth Sound and easy walking distance of the most accessible city waterfront. We encourage all young people to work hard and make them most of the opportunities they are given.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive, non-selective and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs with remote / hybrid working opportunities where appropriate. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.
To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our ‘Why you should work for GLT’ recruitment brochure on our job’s portal.
Main responsibilities:
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Have the knowledge, skills and creativity to be an outstanding teacher and the ability to teach your specialism to GCSE and A Level.
- Contribute to enrichment and intervention support within the Geography department
- Have a focus on raising student attainment and a passion for Geography
- Contribute to the teaching of other Humanities subjects, such as RS, Modern Britain, Business Studies, History or Sociology
Applications from NQT’s and experienced staff will be equally valued.
Student Progress
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Identifying clear teaching objectives and specifying how they will be taught and assessed
- Setting appropriate and demanding expectations
- Setting clear targets, building on prior attainment
- Assess how well learning objectives have been achieved and use them to improve specific aspects of teaching
- Mark and monitor students’ work and set targets for progress
- Assess and record students’ progress systematically and keep records to check work is understood and completed, monitor strengths and weaknesses, inform planning and recognise the level at which the student is achieving
Professional Practice
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Identifying SEN or very able students
- Provide clear structures for lessons maintaining pace, motivation and challenge
- Make effective use of assessment data and ensure coverage of programmes of study
- Ensure effective teaching and best use of available time
- Monitor and intervene to ensure sound learning, behaviour and discipline
- Use a variety of teaching methods to:
- Match approach to content, structure information, present a set of key ideas and use appropriate vocabulary
- Use effective questioning, listen carefully to students, and give attention to errors and misconceptions
- Select appropriate learning resources and develop study skills through library, ICT and other resources;
- Ensure students acquire and consolidate knowledge, skills and understanding appropriate to the subject taught
- Evaluate their own teaching critically to improve effectiveness
- Prepare and present informative reports to parents
- Establish effective working relationships and set a good example through their presentation and personal and professional conduct Contribution to Ethos and Priorities of the College
- Operate at all times within stated policies and practices of the College
- Contribute to the corporate life of the College through effective participation in meetings and other management systems necessary to co-ordinate the management of the College
- Take responsibility for own professional development and duties in relation to College policies and practices
- Liaise effectively with parents and governors
- Take on any additional responsibilities which might from time to time be determined
You will need:
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Successful experience of teaching Geography in a previous school/placement
- Experience of teaching to at GCSE level and A level
- Outstanding teacher with a history of outstanding results
- Degree & QTS
- Quality of teaching at least good
What’s in it for you:
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Professional development and career progression
- Generous pension scheme
- An Employee Assistance Programme
- Blue Light Card
- Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
- Gym Discounts
- Free eye tests
- Cycle to work scheme
- Being part of a great team and expanding organisation
Please download the recruitment pack for further information.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 11:59 pm on Wednesday 3rd June 2026. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive.
If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
