Subject Leader of Geography

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; West Kirby; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Belvedere Academy is seeking a well-qualified Subject Leader of Geography to join in January 2027. The appointed teacher will teach Geography at KS3, KS4 and KS5 and lead on fieldwork and trips. A passion for the subject and a drive to deliver outstanding lessons is essential.

Geography is popular at GCSE and A level, with a focus on high attainment and engaging learning. The successful candidate will contribute to safeguarding and uphold the academy's standards.

Qualifications

• Qualified Geography teacher with KS3-KS5 experience.
• Ability to lead fieldwork and trips.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare.

Responsibilities

• Teach Geography to KS3, KS4 and KS5.
• Lead on fieldwork and trips to enhance learning.
• Support enrichment and high standards of behaviour and attainment.

Skills

Geography teaching

KS3-KS5

Field trips leadership

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

17 Belvidere Road, Liverpool, Merseyside, L8 3TF

Pay:

Meets national minimum wage

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

28/09/2026

About this job

What skills and experience we're looking for We are looking to appoint a well-qualified and enthusiastic Subject Leader of Geography to join our outstanding school in January 2027. The appointed teacher will need to be able to teach Geography at KS3, KS4 and KS
5. A passionate interest in the subject and a keen interest in leading on fieldwork and trips are essential requirements.

Geography is a popular subject at both GCSE and A level, with pupils consistently achieving excellent results.

The curriculum area of Human, Social, and Political Studies (HSPS) is a dynamic, forward thinking area that strives to deliver quality first teaching to all our pupils.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious professional to gain teaching experience at a truly innovative and successful academy.

What the school offers its staff In 2007, Belvedere was the first independent school to become an academy and is continuing the traditions and standards of its predecessor school.

We have high expectations of all our students and we support them with excellent pastoral care.

Our extensive Enrichment programme allows pupils to develop into well rounded individuals.

In March 2025, Ofsted judged us Outstanding in Behaviour and Attitudes and in Personal Development.

We were delighted that they recognised how our “ambitious” curriculum inspired our pupils to be, “ambitious for their futures” within an “inclusive” community in which pupils “can be themselves”. Children of our staff have a higher priority in our Y7 admissions process

• please see the Admissions Policy on our website or call the academy office for further details.

Commitment to safeguarding Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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