Edward Hubbard
Hassocks,West Sussex
Summary
Experienced Geography teacher and Head of Department in an independent boarding school, with a strong record of leading teams and securing excellent A Level and IGCSE results. Used to managing large departments, setting clear direction and maintaining high standards. Organised, ambitious and driven, with additional responsibility as an Assistant Housemaster, where I play an active role in pastoral care and the day-to-day life of a boys’ boarding house.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Head of Geography
Hurstpierpoint College
Hassocks, West Sussex
2024.09 - Current
- Achieved 88% 9-7 results at IGCSE and 94% A*-B at A Level in 2025.
- Established a high-performing department through innovative teaching strategies and projects.
- Designed effective study programmes and revision plans to enhance student performance.
- Organised and led international educational trips to Iceland and Sicily.
- Directed A Level NEA programme while managing fieldtrips.
- Served as Edexcel IGCSE Geography examiner, ensuring assessment quality.
- Facilitated 'Highly Selective Universities' programme, including Oxbridge interview preparation.
Assistant Housemaster
Hurstpierpoint College
Hassocks, West Sussex
2023.09 - Current
- Facilitated pastoral and academic support for students in a boys' boarding house.
- Organised house events, including off-site tutor trips, enhancing student engagement.
- Maintained regular correspondence with parents to update on student progress.
Head of GCSE Geography
Hurstpierpoint College
Hassocks, West Sussex
2022.09 - 2024.06
- Transformed IGCSE Geography into most popular optional subject at Hurst.
- Organised and led fieldwork trips for IGCSE course to enhance practical learning.
- Directed creation of resources for new exam board to support curriculum development.
Teacher of Geography
Hurstpierpoint College
Hassocks, West Sussex
2020.08 - 2022.09
- Conducted parent-teacher meetings, discussing student progress and areas for improvement.
- Utilised diverse resources in lessons, enriching the learning experience.
- Enhanced students' knowledge of geographical concepts with field trips and practical assignments.
- Provided constructive feedback on homework assignments, encouraging continuous improvement.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Amesbury School
Haslemere, Surrey
2020.01 - 2020.04
- Offered one-on-one tutoring sessions for enhanced understanding in Maths, English, Science, History & Geography.
- Worked closely with parents ensuring transparency on children's academic progress.
- Engaged with the school's extra-curricular programme including coaching rugby and hockey, as well as assisting in school productions.
Sailing Instructor & Camp Councellor
Camp Androscoggin
, Maine
2016.06 - 2017.08
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans for advanced sailing classes to enhance skills.
- Bunk councillor, looking after boys aged between 8 and 11.
- Elected counsellor representative, facilitating weekly meetings with senior management to address issues.
- Organised 'Maine Lakes Cup' sailing regatta, coordinating participation across multiple camps.
- Coordinated parents' visiting day weekend, ensuring successful engagement and activities.
Education
PGCE - Geography
University of Sussex
Brighton, Brighton and Hove 2021.09 - 2022.06
MSc - Business Management
Durham University
Durham 2018.09 - 2019.12
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Southampton
Southampton 2015.09 - 2018.06
A-Levels - Geography, History, Economics, AS Maths
Charterhouse School
Surrey /2013 - /2015
Skills
Edexcel IGCSE Examiner
Level 2 Rugby Coach
Tennis Coach
Sub-Lieutenant Navy CCF
Sailing Instructor
DofE Supervisor
EPQ Mentor
Mental Health First Aider
Affiliations
- RYA Day Skipper
- Royal Geographical Society Member
- Lowland Leader
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Head of Geography
Hurstpierpoint College
2024.09 - Current
Assistant Housemaster
Hurstpierpoint College
2023.09 - Current
Head of GCSE Geography
Hurstpierpoint College
2022.09 - 2024.06
PGCE - Geography
University of Sussex
2021.09 - 2022.06
Teacher of Geography
Hurstpierpoint College
2020.08 - 2022.09
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Amesbury School
2020.01 - 2020.04
MSc - Business Management
Durham University
2018.09 - 2019.12
Sailing Instructor & Camp Councellor
Camp Androscoggin
2016.06 - 2017.08
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Southampton
2015.09 - 2018.06
A-Levels - Geography, History, Economics, AS Maths
Charterhouse School
/2013 - /2015