Geography Teacher

Christ College; Wales; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary school in Wales is seeking a qualified and inspiring Geography Teacher starting January 2026. The role includes teaching Geography at GCSE and A Level, delivering dynamic lessons tailored to students' needs. Applicants should have a qualified teacher status and relevant subject knowledge. Competitive salary based on experience. Interested candidates can reach out via email, and the closing date for applications is 6 October 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Geography at GCSE and A Level.
• Ability to engage and inspire students.
• Strong organizational skills and a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Teach Geography to students at Key Stage 3, GCSE, and A Level.
• Plan and deliver lessons tailored to student needs.
• Assess and report on student progress.

Skills

Dynamic teaching strategies

Knowledge of national curriculum

Classroom management

Formative and summative assessment

Education

Qualified teacher status

Relevant subject degree

Job description

Overview

GEOGRAPHY TEACHER — STARTING JANUARY 2026. A qualified, experienced and inspiring teacher is required to teach Geography to GCSE & A Level. The successful candidate will be dynamic and enthusiastic. Competitive salary dependent on experience.

Job Description

Responsible to: Subject Leader/Head of Faculty

Job Purpose: Carry out the professional duties of a teacher as circumstances may require and in accordance with the School’s policies and ethos under the direction of the Head. Teach students based on national curriculum guidelines within Geography at Key Stage 3, GCSE and A Level.

Responsibilities

• Plan appropriately to meet the needs of all pupils, including those identified with an ALN profile, through differentiation of tasks as appropriate.
• Lead and manage any additional support within the classroom ensuring the appropriate deployment of colleagues within the room.
• Plan for, organise and maintain a stimulating classroom learning environment appropriate to the needs, age and development of the pupils, which facilitates learning and academic enthusiasm for Geography.
• Promote the agreed school ethos, attitudes and values in all aspects of work with pupils, colleagues, support staff, parents/carers and visitors.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the curriculum relevant ALN issues through INSET, wider professional development and collaboration with the ALNCo.
• Support the leadership of Geography as directed by the Subject Lead and/or Head of Faculty.
• Assist in the preparation of a subject development plan for the area in consultation with departmental colleagues and the Head of Faculty.
• Work with colleagues to identify clear teaching objectives, content, lesson structures and sequences appropriate to the subject matter and pupils being taught.
• Assist in monitoring and evaluating planning, quality of teaching and pupil progression in the curriculum area.
• Participate in and support the performance management policy.
• Assessment, recording and reporting.
• To complete Grade Reviews according to the School assessment policy across the academic year as directed by the Deputy Head (Academic).
• Engage in and maintain a dialogue with parents/carers, therapists and other professionals about teaching and learning and progress of pupils in allocated classes.
• Assess pupil achievement through both formative and summative assessment and use this data to plan for future learning. Measure progress and provide progress and subject reports as required.
• To set and mark examinations/tests/coursework as required by the Subject Leader.

Additional Responsibilities

• All teachers have additional pastoral, sporting and/or extracurricular responsibilities.

Applications

Applications should be sent to the Human Resources Manager, together with a covering letter and the names, addresses, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of two referees. For convenience e-mail communication may be used.

Applicants are invited to contact the Head/Deputy Head via [e-mail] or calling 01874 615466 should you wish to discuss further details of the post. The school reserves the right to invite candidates to visit the school before the interview dates.

A Disclosure & Barring Service enhanced check will be required of the successful candidate, and it should be noted that Criminal Records disclosed may not be a bar to obtaining a position at Christ College, Brecon depending on the nature of the conviction.

Closing date for applications is 6 October 2025. Interviews will take place week commencing 13 October 2025.

Contact

Mr G D Pearson B.Eng, Head
Christ College, Brecon, Powys, LD3 8AF
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]