Are you passionate about making complex geographical concepts accessible to every learner?
Do you thrive in an environment where traditional values of respect meet innovative teaching?
Are you looking for a role where your expertise is valued and your career growth is supported?
About the Role
The successful candidate will join a vibrant Humanities department, delivering a curriculum designed to provide students with a balanced understanding of the human and physical world. This is a full-time position starting ASAP, where the educator will be responsible for teaching Geography across Key Stages 3 and 4. The role involves not just classroom teaching, but also facilitating fieldwork and helping students develop into sustainable global citizens.
About the School
Located in the Wakefield area the school is a small, inclusive secondary school known for its warm ethos and strong community ties. The school places a high premium on Responsibility, Aspiration, and Pride, and is home to a specialist provision for autistic children, reflecting its deep commitment to inclusion. With a curriculum that encourages students to experiment and take risks, the school has seen a relentless drive toward achievement, backed by a "Good" Ofsted rating and "Outstanding" marks for student welfare.
Requirements
... - Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
- An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).
- Knowledge of current GCSE exam board specifications.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
Key Skills
- Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of physical and human geography.
- Curriculum Planning: Ability to design engaging, sequenced lessons.
- Data Analysis: Using student data to inform and adapt teaching strategies.
- Fieldwork Leadership: Capability to organise and lead educational trips.
- Classroom Management: Mastery of positive discipline and restorative practices.
- Adaptive Teaching: Tailoring lessons for SEND and high-attaining pupils.
Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality Geography lessons that inspire and challenge all learners.
- Set and mark meaningful assessments to track student progress.
- Prepare Year 11 students for GCSE examinations through targeted revision.
- Act as a Form Tutor, supporting the pastoral and personal development of students.
- Organise and execute geography fieldwork to bring the curriculum to life.
- Engage with parents and carers through evenings and regular progress reports.
- Participate in departmental meetings and Trust-wide CPD sessions.
- Foster an inclusive environment for students within the specialist provision.
- Contribute to the Contextual Curriculum exploring global domestic issues.
- Maintain a safe and organised classroom environment conducive to learning.
What We Offer:
- A supportive, collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
- The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).
Could this be the ideal role for you?
Click "Apply Now" to submit your application for the role of a Geography Teacher. For more information, please contact leeds@randstadeducation.co.uk or call 01132462500 to speak to the secondary team.
