Work with us as a Geography Subject Expert

Prior to travel: Our Subject Experts liaise with the key customer (the Teacher leading the tour) to understand their group’s key study topics, which enables them to ensure that all learning outcomes are met through the planned field studies activities.

Whilst on tour: they use knowledge gained from their own Environmental Science, Geology, Geography or other relevant degree and/or teaching experience, and the resources and training provided by ourselves, to teach and guide learning activities at key geographical sites, thus helping all students and teachers to get the most from their trip. All of this is supported by tailored Educational Resources, which help students to successfully collate and analyse data to complete their selected fieldwork activity.

Finally: as a representative of the NST Travel Group travelling with the group they are on hand to support the Group Leader with any logistic support, on tour itinerary amends, and provide general advice and guidance to enable all travelling to experience their perfect tour.

Due to the nature of the role, all applicants for our Geography Subject Expert positions should be degree educated in Geography / Geology, and be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of the processes involved with Physical Geography, Geology and Human Geography including; 

• Plate Tectonic Processes, Types of Plate Margin, Micro Plates, Plate Movement, Mantle Plumes
• Flows / Earthquakes / Jokulhaulps
• Coastal Processes and Landforms
• Glacial / Periglacial Processes and Landforms
• Volcanic Products and Landforms
• Settlement History and Patterns
• Economic Development
• Hazards & Hazard Awareness / Mitigation i.e. Pyroclastic
• Tourism
• Local History

​Our Subject Experts also need to have excellent communication, organisational and time management skills, a proactive approach to problem solving, and a CUSTOMER FIRST Attitude. Ideally you will also have overseas Tour Leading experience, or experience of teaching outdoors, and a passion / interest in Iceland, Bay of Naples, or Sicily. 

To be considered, Candidates must have good availability over the key travel periods of Easter, February and October, and hold the following documentation;

• A current passport,
• An EHiC card or up to date medical insurance cover for overseas travel.
• A First Aid Qualification (in date)
• Summer Mountain Leader qualified or equivalent

Due to the nature of our operation, any offer will be subject to the individual undergoing a DBS disclosure. Costs associated with this process are borne by us.

Aside from the opportunity to travel to some beautiful destinations worldwide, our Geography Subject Experts receive the following benefits whilst working with us;

• A comprehensive training programme
• Travel expenses and travel insurance cover whilst on tour
• Meals and accommodation in resort
• Daily fee paid on all days associated with your journey (including travel days)
• Branded clothing  to suit the conditions of each destination

The majority of our Geography tours take place in February, Easter and October, mainly around the school half term periods, however tours may take place at other times of the year, depending on the needs of our customers.

There is no cost to becoming a Subject Expert, but if you are not already registered as self employed, you will need to ensure that the payments received are reported for Tax and NI purposes.