Geography Teacher | Forward-Thinking Secondary School | Hereford

Marchant Recruitment; Hereford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayman Education in Hereford is seeking a knowledgeable Geography Teacher to join a forward-thinking secondary school. You will help pupils understand the natural environment, global communities and modern world challenges.

Teach across KS3/KS4, KS5 where appropriate, plan engaging geography lessons, develop data analysis and map-reading skills, and prepare pupils for GCSE assessments. A strong subject knowledge and effective planning are essential, with a commitment to pupil progress.

Qualifications

• Holds QTS and a Geography specialism.
• Strong subject knowledge and effective lesson planning.
• Able to engage pupils and adapt to different learning needs.
• Works well in a collaborative department.

Responsibilities

• Teach Geography across KS3 and KS4, with KS5 where appropriate.
• Plan lessons covering physical, human geography and environmental issues.
• Develop pupils’ enquiry, map-reading and data analysis skills.
• Prepare pupils for GCSE assessments and monitor progress.
• Use varied teaching strategies to support different abilities.

Skills

QTS

Geography expertise

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Team collaboration

Education

QTS

Job description

Location: Hereford, Herefordshire
Position: Geography Teacher
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term
Salary/Hours: £160–£250 per day, dependent on experience | Monday–Friday

Wayman Education is seeking a knowledgeable and enthusiastic Geography Teacher to join a forward-thinking secondary school in Hereford. The successful candidate will help pupils develop a deeper understanding of the natural environment, global communities and the challenges facing the modern world.

The School

The school is committed to high-quality teaching, pupil progress and a broad educational experience. It encourages staff to develop engaging lessons that build curiosity, independent thinking and a strong understanding of the wider world.

The Role

• Teach Geography across KS3 and KS4, with KS5 teaching where appropriate.
• Plan lessons covering physical Geography, human Geography and environmental issues.
• Develop pupils’ geographical enquiry, map-reading and data analysis skills.
• Prepare pupils for GCSE assessments and monitor progress.
• Use a range of teaching strategies to support different learning needs and abilities.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds QTS and has a relevant Geography specialism.
• Has strong subject knowledge and effective lesson-planning skills.
• Can make geographical topics accessible, relevant and engaging.
• Demonstrates positive classroom management and a commitment to pupil progress.
• Works effectively as part of a collaborative department.

Salary

Competitive daily rate of £160–£250, dependent on qualifications and experience.

Company Information

Wayman Education works with schools to recruit skilled and committed teaching professionals. All placements are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references.