Teacher of Geography
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LIFE EDUCATION TRUST
The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls
An 11-18 Academy with Visual Arts Specialism
Brentwood Road, Romford, Essex RM1 2RR
Tel: 01708 447368
Web: www.fbaok.co.uk
Executive Headteacher: Mr J. Dutnall LLB, BA, MA, MBA
Teacher of Geography
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Term: Full Time
Salary: MPS/UPS with Outer London Allowance
Start Date: September 2026, an earlier start may be possible
About this Role
We are seeking to appoint a high-calibre Teacher of Geography to join a talented and supportive team at The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with passionate and experienced colleagues and would be suitable for teachers at all stages of their career.
The successful candidate will:
- Share our commitment to building great learning communities for our students.
- Inspire young women with a passion for Geography
- Plan creatively for high-quality teaching, learning and assessment.
- Deliver highly effective and engaging lessons with the aspiration of raising the academic outcomes of our students.
- Be motivated to challenge and help develop amazing young women
- Work collaboratively across the school
- Support the ongoing growth and development of the department
The successful candidate will become part of an oversubscribed, flourishing school for girls aged 11 to 18, with confident, courteous, articulate students and an ethos in empowerment. The school is committed to providing the best learning opportunities in a safe, secure and friendly environment with dedicated colleagues who strive for excellence.
In return we can offer you:
- Welcoming and friendly colleagues and brilliant students
- A stimulating and welcoming learning environment with excellent facilities, including a farm, an art gallery and our own railway
- High-quality CPD including NPQ and other further qualifications
- Opportunities to teach across Key Stage 3, Key Stages 4 and Key Stage 5
- Strong links with girls’ schools in the UK and abroad through the International Coalition of Girls Schools (ICGS)
- Access to the Schools Advisory Service (SAS), the Trust’s employee well-being support and medical programme. This includes 24-hour-a-day access to a GP helpline for you and those within your household, a counselling service, stress management, weight loss programme, physiotherapy, menopause support and much more.
- A colleague Support Pack regularly updated with local financial guidance, schemes and support
- Links with the local community, including our charity partner, The Trussell Trust Food Bank
- Increased priority in admission to our school for your child/ren
- Close proximity to the M25, Romford Railway Station (Elizabeth Line) and on a main bus route
The Frances Bardsley Academy is a large secondary school situated in Romford, Havering. With beautiful buildings and a stunning site, the school has been recognised as 'Ofsted Outstanding' for Behaviour & Attitudes, Personal Development, and Leadership & Management. The Frances Bardsley Academy is dedicated to the growth and development of its teachers and leaders, providing ample opportunities for professional development and career progression.
At the LIFE Education Trust, our mission is 'To build great learning communities where children flourish'. To accomplish our mission, we keep our 3 core beliefs at the heart of everything we do: Courageous Optimism, Boundless Creativity and Heartfelt Compassion. We support our schools to deliver excellent pupil outcomes, create vibrant, exciting environments and offer rewarding careers for employees.
Visits to the school are welcomed.
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Closing date: 9:00am, 26th January 2026
The Trust reserves the right to interview prior to the deadline date.
We encourage and welcome applications from all backgrounds and all parts of the community, particularly people from ethnic minorities who are currently under-represented. LIFE Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.