Teacher of Geography – Secondary School – Leeds

A well-regarded secondary school in Leeds is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Teacher of Geography to join its supportive Humanities department. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate geographer to inspire students with engaging lessons that develop curiosity environmental awareness and a deeper understanding of the world around them.

The school has built a strong reputation for academic progress clear behaviour systems and a positive learning culture where both students and staff are supported to succeed.

About the Role

As Teacher of Geography you will teach across Key Stages 3 and 4 with the potential to contribute to KS5 depending on experience. The curriculum is designed to develop students understanding of both physical and human geography while building analytical evaluative and data interpretation skills.

Students study a range of topics including:

• Tectonic processes and natural hazards

• Climate ecosystems and environmental change

• Rivers coasts and landscapes

• Urban development and globalisation

• Population change and global development

Lessons are structured to help students think like geographersanalysing data evaluating case studies and developing evidence-based arguments.

You will work closely with colleagues in the Humanities department to plan lessons share resources and ensure that students experience a well-sequenced curriculum that supports long-term understanding.

The Department

The Humanities department is collaborative supportive and committed to delivering engaging teaching. Staff work closely together to plan schemes of work share best practice and support students to achieve strong outcomes.

Geography is a popular subject within the school particularly at GCSE where students enjoy exploring contemporary global issues and real-world case studies.

The department also encourages enrichment opportunities such as geography clubs sustainability initiatives and fieldwork opportunities that allow students to apply their learning beyond the classroom.

About the School

The school has developed a positive and purposeful learning culture where students are encouraged to aim high and take pride in their work. Behaviour systems are clear and consistent helping to create calm classrooms where teachers can focus on teaching.

Staff benefit from a supportive leadership team that values collaboration professional development and wellbeing. Teachers are trusted to bring creativity to their lessons while working within a well-structured curriculum framework.

The school also places strong emphasis on developing students understanding of global citizenship and environmental responsibility.

Key Information

• Location: Leeds

• Start Date: ASAP / next term (or by agreement)

• Contract: Full-time permanent (or as agreed)

• Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)

What the School is Looking For

The successful candidate will:

• Hold QTS or an equivalent teaching qualification

• Have strong subject knowledge in Geography

• Deliver engaging well-structured lessons that inspire curiosity

• Encourage discussion enquiry and analytical thinking

• Work collaboratively within the Humanities department

Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and ECTs.

Why Join This School

• Supportive and collaborative Humanities department

• Engaged students with strong interest in Geography

• Clear behaviour systems that support effective teaching

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression

• A welcoming Leeds school community committed to academic success

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Geography teacher who wants to inspire students to understand the world explore global challenges and develop strong analytical skills in a supportive Leeds secondary school.

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Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1