Geography Teacher

George Mitchell School, London, E10 5DN

11 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  8 May 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  27 April 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Geography
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £37,870.00 - £56,154.00 Annually (Actual) MPS/UPS, Outer London

Geography Teacher job summary

Teacher of Geography

Thank you for your interest in working at George Mitchell School. I would like to take this opportunity to tell you about our unique school and to highlight the significance of this important appointment. You are applying to join a staff team that are committed to providing the best opportunities for all students. The school is extremely ambitious and continually improving in all aspects. Therefore, I am looking for exceptional people with energy and drive to join us in this work. You will notice our school ethos and PRIDE values, which embodies the standard of the school we aspire to be.

The school is looking to appoint a Teacher of Geography from September 2026. The ideal candidate will have proven academic knowledge of Geography and a talent for engaging students’ interest and involvement in their study. The successful candidate will teach KS3 and KS4.

Why work at George Mitchell?

In June 2023 Ofsted recognised our excellence and the school was judged as 'Good' in all areas.

We are a small all through school with 4 form entry at secondary and 2 form entry at primary. The size of each year group means that staff get to know individual students and their families really well and form excellent relationships. The school has a ‘community’ feel built on excellent relationships between all staff. Staff turnover is low and wellbeing good.

Our students benefit from new buildings and improved facilities. We have a vast number of computers, interactive whiteboards in every classroom and banks of laptops that are available for student use.

Our focus is on ensuring that every child gets the very best education possible. Our reputation is dependent on the happiness and achievements of all our pupils, which is reflected in our school intent. You are applying to join a staff team that are committed to providing the best opportunities for all students. The school is extremely ambitious and continually improving in all aspects.

George Mitchell is within walking distance from Leyton underground and Leyton Midland station. The school also has a staff carpark.

Why work in Waltham Forest?

Waltham forest is a diverse East London borough with excellent commuting links, served by the London Overground, Central, Victoria and Greater Anglia lines. School staff employed by the London Borough of Waltham Forest are eligible for a number of benefits, to include:

- Workplace Options - Employee Assistance providers

- Cycle to Work Scheme and Eye Tests

If you feel you can meet the needs of all our students without limitation, and are excited to join us, then I look forward to hearing from you further. Visits are available any time prior to the closing date.

Please apply using the links below. We are unable to accept applications via CV.

Applications Close: Friday 8th May 2026

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offer of a position is subject to receiving satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS Clearance.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About George Mitchell School

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 16
• Education phase: All through school
• School size: 1004 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: George Mitchell School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/george-mitchell-school-london

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