Geography Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD and professional development

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a Geography Teacher for a welcoming mainstream secondary school in Gillingham starting September 2026. You will plan and deliver Geography across KS3 and KS4, support student progress, contribute to the Humanities department, and engage with extracurricular activities.

The role offers competitive MPS/UPS pay dependent on experience, a full-time long-term contract, and ongoing CPD through Teaching Personnel.

Qualifications

• Holds QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Has experience teaching Geography within a secondary school.
• Has strong knowledge of the KS3 and KS4 Geography curriculum.
• Can plan and deliver creative, engaging and challenging lessons.
• Has confident classroom management and communication skills.
• Is enthusiastic, organised and committed to student success.
• Works well as part of a supportive department and wider school team.
• Has a genuine passion for Geography and inspiring young people.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering engaging Geography lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Creating an inclusive classroom environment that encourages curiosity and participation.
• Supporting students to develop strong geographical knowledge, analytical skills and critical thinking.
• Assessing and monitoring student progress, providing meaningful feedback.
• Maintaining high standards of behaviour, effort and achievement.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues within the Humanities department.
• Contributing to the wider school community and extracurricular activities where appropriate.

Skills

QTS

Geography teaching experience

KS3/KS4 knowledge

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Enthusiastic

Organised

Passion for Geography

Education

Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent

Job description

Location: Gillingham
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time, Long-term
Salary: MPS/UPS, dependent on experience

Are you a passionate Geography Teacher looking for your next opportunity from September? Teaching Personnel is working with a welcoming mainstream secondary school in Gillingham that is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Geography Teacher to join its Humanities department.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher who enjoys bringing Geography to life and encouraging students to develop their understanding of the world around them. You will be joining a supportive school where staff are committed to providing high-quality teaching and helping every student reach their potential.

The successful Geography Teacher will be responsible for:

• Planning and delivering engaging Geography lessons across KS3 and KS4.

• Creating an inclusive classroom environment that encourages curiosity and participation.

• Supporting students to develop strong geographical knowledge, analytical skills and critical thinking.

• Assessing and monitoring student progress, providing meaningful feedback.

• Maintaining high standards of behaviour, effort and achievement.

• Working collaboratively with colleagues within the Humanities department.

• Contributing to the wider school community and extracurricular activities where appropriate.

We are looking for a Geography Teacher who:

• Holds QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

• Has experience teaching Geography within a secondary school.

• Has strong knowledge of the KS3 and KS4 Geography curriculum.

• Can plan and deliver creative, engaging and challenging lessons.

• Has confident classroom management and communication skills.

• Is enthusiastic, organised and committed to student success.

• Works well as part of a supportive department and wider school team.

• Has a genuine passion for Geography and inspiring young people.

• Competitive pay in line with MPS/UPS and your experience.

• A full-time, long-term position starting in September 2026.

• The opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative Humanities department.

• Ongoing support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant.

• Access to free CPD and professional development opportunities.

• Potential for a permanent position for the right candidate.

If you're an enthusiastic Geography Teacher looking for a September 2026 position in Gillingham, this could be an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your teaching career.

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