Geography Teacher – Thriving Secondary School – Blackburn

Marchant Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Well-resourced facilities

Career progression

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is helping a prestigious secondary school in Blackburn, Lancashire, to recruit an exceptional Geography Teacher. This full-time post offers the chance to teach motivated students in a culture of high expectations and outstanding behaviour.

The successful candidate will join a well-resourced department with a track record of delivering excellent GCSE and A-Level outcomes, and will contribute to the school's ongoing commitment to academic excellence and holistic education.

Qualifications

• Qualified Geography Teacher with QTS (PGCE or equivalent)
• Passionate, dynamic, and able to inspire a love of Geography across all key stages
• Strong subject knowledge with the ability to deliver engaging, high-impact lessons
• A commitment to academic excellence and student success
• Legal right to work in the UK

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Geography lessons across key stages.
• Contribute to high GCSE and A-Level outcomes.
• Collaborate with a well-resourced faculty for continuous improvement.
• Uphold high standards of pupil behaviour and engagement.

Skills

QTS

Geography

Classroom management

PGCE

Education

PGCE or equivalent

Job description

Our client School is seeking an exceptional and inspiring Geography Teacher to join a highly prestigious Secondary school located in the heart of Blackburn, Lancashire. This is a rare opportunity to become part of an outstanding academic community renowned for excellence, ambition, and a deep commitment to holistic education.

The Role

Full-time Geography Teacher position within a thriving and highly successful department

Opportunity to teach motivated, academically able students in a culture of high expectations and outstanding behaviour

Join a well-resourced faculty with a strong track record of delivering exceptional outcomes at both GCSE and A-Level

About the School

This is one of Blackburn most distinguished Secondary schools, recognised for its exceptional academic standards and nurturing environment. With an impressive 86% A-B at A-Level* and outstanding GCSE performance, the school consistently ranks among the top educational institutions nationally.

Oversubscribed and highly sought after, the school typically receives multiple applications for every available place, reflecting its excellent reputation within the local and wider educational community.

In 2025, the school was proudly named among the Top 150 Secondary Schools in the UK, a testament to its ongoing commitment to excellence.

The school is characterised by:

A culture of continuous improvement and academic ambition

Outstanding pastoral care, with student wellbeing placed firmly at the centre of its ethos

State-of-the-art facilities and exceptional teaching resources

Rich opportunities for enrichment and academic extension beyond the classroom

A diverse, forward-thinking community that values both tradition and innovation

Exceptionally high standards of pupil behaviour and engagement

Candidate Requirements

Qualified Geography Teacher with QTS (PGCE or equivalent essential)

Passionate, dynamic, and able to inspire a love of Geography across all key stages

Strong subject knowledge with the ability to deliver engaging, high-impact lessons

A commitment to academic excellence and student success

Legal right to work in the UK

What's on Offer

Competitive remuneration aligned with the Secondary School Pay Scale

Opportunity to work in one of Lancashire's most respected and high-achieving schools

Excellent professional development and career progression opportunities

A supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking department