Geography Teacher

education personnel; Derby; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

KS5 teaching opportunities

Derby location

Job summary

Education Personnel are working with a Derby secondary school to recruit a Geography Teacher for an immediate start or January 2027. This role covers KS3 and KS4, with KS5 teaching available for experienced teachers, and requires Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

The successful candidate will deliver the Geography curriculum, plan and assess lessons, supervise fieldwork, and support department improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• QTS required.
• Minimum 6 months' teaching experience in a UK secondary school.
• KS3/KS4 experience with KS5 potential if experienced in Derby.

Responsibilities

• Deliver KS3 & KS4 Geography curriculum, with KS5 teaching available if experienced in Derby.
• Plan, prepare, and assess Geography lessons in line with department policy.
• Monitor student progress and organise required fieldwork modules.
• Contribute to Geography department improvement planning.
• Attend staff meetings, CPD, and parents' evenings as required.

Skills

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Collaborative

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Geography Teacher

Geography Teacher - Derby (QTS Required)

Location: Derby

Contract Type: Full-Time / Part-Time

Start Date: Immediate / January 2027

Pay Rate: £130-£230 per day (dependent on experience and responsibilities)

Qualification: QTS required

Experience: Minimum 6 months' teaching experience in a UK secondary school

Overview:

Education Personnel are delighted to be working in partnership with a progressive and well-respected secondary school in Derby to recruit a dedicated Geography Teacher for a position starting immediately or in January 2027. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Geography educator to contribute to a thriving department and support students at KS3, KS4, and potentially Geography KS5. Derby secondary schools offer great opportunities for local fieldwork and physical/human geographical investigations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver the KS3 & KS4 Geography curriculum, with KS5 teaching available if experienced in Derby
• Plan, prepare, and assess Geography lessons in line with department policy
• Monitor student progress and organize required fieldwork modules
• Contribute to Geography department improvement planning
• Attend staff meetings, CPD, and parents' evenings as required

The Ideal Candidate:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Has at least 6 months of classroom teaching Geography experience in a UK secondary setting
• Is passionate about Geography education and student achievement
• Has excellent behaviour management and communication skills
• Demonstrates a collaborative approach and willingness to contribute to school life

We offer:

• Day-to-day supply | Long-term assignments | Permanent positions
• Full-time (5 days per week) | Part-time (1 day or more per week)