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Planning and delivering engaging lessons in line with the National Curriculum for Geography (KS3–KS5, depending on the school).
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Teaching topics such as physical geography (climate, rivers, coasts, ecosystems), human geography (population, urbanisation, development), and geographical skills (mapwork, GIS, fieldwork).
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Preparing pupils for GCSE and A-level Geography exams, ensuring coverage of required content and exam techniques.
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Using a variety of teaching strategies (debates, case studies, inquiry-based learning, field trips) to foster curiosity and critical thinking.
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Designing homework, tests, and assessments to monitor pupil progress.
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Giving regular feedback and adapting teaching to support both high achievers and those needing extra help.
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Using data to track attainment and meet school/Ofsted requirements.
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Acting as a form tutor, supporting students’ personal development and wellbeing.
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Promoting wider skills such as teamwork, problem-solving, and global citizenship.
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Upholding school policies on behaviour, safeguarding, and inclusion.
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Organising field trips (e.g., to the Thames, London Docklands, South Downs, or abroad) to bring geography to life.
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Supporting extracurricular clubs such as Eco Club, Geography Society, or Model UN.
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Keeping up to date with curriculum changes, exam board requirements, and teaching methods.
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Collaborating with colleagues in the Humanities or Science departments.
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Engaging with CPD (Continuing Professional Development) and contributing to whole-school improvement.