Geography Teacher

Chilton Trinity School; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking school as a Geography Teacher, where your passion for education can flourish. This role offers the opportunity to inspire young minds and contribute to a positive learning environment. You'll be part of a collaborative team dedicated to professional development and student success. With a commitment to well-being and inclusion, this school values its staff and provides comprehensive support for growth. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Wellbeing Support Initiatives

Generous Pension Scheme

Health Cash-back Plan

Retail Discount Schemes

Qualifications

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status and completed the Induction year.
• Experience with children and knowledge of effective teaching strategies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver lessons according to the school curriculum.
• Assess students' work and report on their progress.
• Support students' well-being and career guidance.

Skills

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

ICT Proficiency

Understanding of National Curriculum

Differentiation Strategies

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Induction Year Completion

Job description

Are you a qualified Geography teacher looking for your next opportunity?

Do you want to join a school that values subject expertise, professional development, and collaboration?

Join the team at Chilton Trinity

At Futura Learning Partnership, we are committed to creating an environment where every employee - whether in teaching, support, or leadership - can flourish. We strive to attract, develop, and retain the very best talent by creating a culture that values professional development, wellbeing, and inclusion.

As a Geography Teacher at Chilton Trinity School, you will play a key role in contributing to the delivery of Futura’s mission statement of “Building the brightest future for all, enabling every individual to flourish”. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about living our values and making a positive impact on all the young people in our Trust.

Chilton Trinity School is proud to be a thriving 11-16 co-educational school servicing the community of Bridgwater and the surrounding areas. Please view the school’s website to find out further information about the school. Chilton Trinity - Home

As a Geography Teacher you will be responsible to:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons in line with the school curriculum, ensuring students' abilities and aptitudes are developed.

• Set, mark, and assess students’ work, recording and reporting their progress and attainment.

• Support students’ overall well-being, offering guidance on education, social matters, and career choices.

• Communicate effectively with parents, colleagues, and external bodies, attending relevant meetings.

• Participate in teacher appraisals, training, and professional development, including induction for new teachers.

• Maintain discipline and ensure student health and safety on school premises and during school activities.

• Assist in developing teaching materials, methods, and assessments in collaboration with colleagues.

• Supervise and cover for absent teachers within the school’s cover policy.

• Prepare students for external examinations, assessing and reporting on their performance.

• Contribute to staff recruitment, mentoring, and the professional development of colleagues.

• Undertake administrative duties linked to teaching, pastoral care, and school organisation. Ensure reasonable management time for leadership duties and guaranteed planning and preparation time (PPA).

PLEASE SEE THE JOB DESCRIPTION ATTACHED FOR THE FULL LIST OF ACCOUNTABILITIES.

What You’ll Bring to Futura

We are looking for a passionate Geography Teacher who:

• Qualifications: To be considered for this role, candidates must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and have successfully completed their Induction year. These qualifications ensure they have met the professional standards required for teaching and are equipped to deliver high-quality education.

• Experience: Applicants must have experience demonstrating their suitability to work with children and young people, along with a strong knowledge of recent developments in learning and teaching. A thorough understanding of the National Curriculum and effective teaching strategies is essential. While experience teaching across the full secondary age and ability range up to A-Level is desirable, all candidates must be able to apply assessment for learning principles and differentiate instruction effectively.

• Skills: Successful candidates will possess excellent classroom management skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and the wider school community. Strong written and verbal communication skills, proficiency in using ICT for both teaching and administrative purposes, and a commitment to high standards and whole-school policies are essential. A positive attitude, dedication to professional development, and a commitment to equality and diversity are also key attributes.

• Demonstrates a passion for creating a supportive and inclusive environment for all members of our school community.

• Aligns with our trust-wide values by bringing a positive, collaborative approach to their work and a willingness to continuously develop professionally.

PLEASE SEE THE JOB DESCRIPTION ATTACHED FOR THE FULL LIST OF REQUIREMENTS.

What We Offer to Support Your Growth

• Professional Growth: Continuous Professional Development (CPD), inset days, rotation and secondment opportunities, and leadership succession programmes.

• Wellbeing Support: Initiatives like ‘Wellbeing Moments,’ flexible working arrangements, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for mental health support.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Generous defined pension schemes, Health Cash-back Plan (covering dentist, physiotherapy appointments etc.), and multiple retail discount schemes.

• Sustainability Commitment: Reducing our carbon footprint through our Climate and Nature initiatives across all schools.

• Inclusive Culture: A collaborative environment where diversity is celebrated, helping staff bring their best selves to work and thrive in their roles.

Key Information:

Application Deadline: 18/05/2025 @ 23:59

Interview Date: to be confirmed

Start Date: 01/09/2025

Contract Type: Permanent

PLEASE NOTE: Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement.

Futura Learning Partnership is Committed to Safeguarding:

Futura Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Your suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. For this post, prior to appointment Futura Learning Partnership will apply for a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring check, a Children’s Barred list check, two satisfactory references, one of which must be from your existing/most recent employer and completed by a Headteacher/appropriate senior manager/HR Lead, satisfactory pre-employment health screening, online searches and for Teachers, a Prohibition Check in relation to the children’s workforce. In some settings a Declaration will be required in order to meet our obligations under the ‘Disqualification under the Childcare Act 2006.

At Futura Learning Partnership, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated, and everyone is treated fairly. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to supporting our staff to achieve their full potential.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff the share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS.