What skills and experience we're looking for
Since opening in 2021, Leigh Academy Rainham has rapidly become a hub of academic excellence, and we are excited to expand our team. We are looking for a dedicated Teacher of Geography to join us from Easter 2025, helping to inspire and engage students with the fascinating world of geography, from physical landscapes to global issues.
About You
We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Geography teacher who is passionate about helping students understand the world’s physical and human processes. You will inspire students to develop their geographical knowledge, critical thinking skills, and curiosity about the environment. Whether you are an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher (ECT), we will support you in delivering exceptional geography education. The ideal candidate would be able to teach other Humanities based subjects at KS3.
What the school offers its staff
About Us
Leigh Academy Rainham offers an ambitious IB-aligned curriculum that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and real-world application. Located in a fast-growing community, we pride ourselves on providing outstanding opportunities for both staff and students. Click here to learn more about our curriculum.
What We Offer
• Competitive salary.
• Career progression within Leigh Academies Trust.
• Access to a wide range of co-curricular programmes that enhance school life.
This is a full-time, permanent opportunity offering MPS/UPS commensurate with experience.
Further details about the role
If you have any queries regarding the role or the application process, please contact Rachel Cribben (Recruitment Advisor) on rachel.cribben@latrust.org.uk or 01643 412 258.
Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Leigh Academies Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date.Applicants will be notified of this where possible.Therefore, early applications are encouraged.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our commitment to safeguarding: Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust, consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Including online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about this in our Recruitment Guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.