Teacher of Geography

REQUIRED FOR SEPTEMBER 2025 or EARLIER


  • Salary: MPS/UPS
  • NOR: 1250 | 325 in 6th Form

Our school is a highly regarded, heavily oversubscribed boys’ comprehensive with a thriving mixed Sixth Form. We pride ourselves on a strong community ethos, outstanding pastoral care, and a consistent track record of academic excellence, with results well above national averages. We are seeking an enthusiastic and inspiring Geography teacher who can engage, challenge, and support our students to achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will join a dedicated and collaborative department with a strong history of academic success and high Progress 8 scores. Working closely with the Curriculum Leader for Geography, they will contribute to delivering outstanding provision and sustaining the popularity and success of the subject across all key stages.

We are looking for:

  • An enthusiastic and passionate Geography teacher with the ability to teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, and the potential or experience to contribute to Key Stage 5 teaching
  • A commitment to high-quality, engaging and creative teaching supported by strong planning, assessment, and subject knowledge
  • A collaborative approach and a willingness to contribute to a supportive, forward-thinking team
  • A dedication to the holistic development of students - both academically and personally.

We will offer you:

  • An excellent opportunity to be part of a high-performing and well-respected Geography department
  • A well-resourced faculty with established schemes of work and high-quality teaching materials
  • A warm, welcoming and inclusive school community where students are enthusiastic about Geography and eager to learn
  • A culture of innovation, reflection and continuous improvement where ideas are valued and supported
  • A school that prioritises staff development, wellbeing and career progression
  • A ‘wellbeing day’ for all staff after one year of service

We welcome applications from individuals eager to contribute to our forward-thinking and inclusive community, including non-Catholics who support our ethos.

Application Deadline: Midday on Friday, 2nd May 2025

We reserve the right to interview suitably qualified and talented candidates before the deadline. Candidates wishing to visit the school prior to application are warmly invited to arrange an appointment, via recruitment@finchleycatholic.org.uk.

To Apply: Completed application forms, along with a letter of application, should be addressed to the Headteacher, Niamh Arnull, and sent to recruitment@finchleycatholic.org.uk. Finchley Catholic High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act, and all candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

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