Teacher of Geography

Catholic Recruitment; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

St Wilfrid’s Catholic High School & Sixth-Form College is seeking an enthusiastic Geography teacher to join a dedicated Geography team. You will teach Geography across KS3 and KS4 with the opportunity to teach A Level Geography, inspiring students to achieve their full potential.

You will be part of a supportive department that encourages professional development and collaboration, aiming for outstanding outcomes and a positive impact on both pupils and the wider school community.

Qualifications

• Qualified Geography teacher capable of teaching KS3–KS4 and A Level Geography.
• Committed to high-quality learning experiences enabling all students to reach their potential.
• Willingness to contribute to department and school community.

Responsibilities

• Teach Geography across KS3–KS4 with the option to teach A Level Geography.
• Collaborate with the Geography team to deliver engaging lessons and support student achievement.
• Promote safeguarding, high standards, and professional development within the department.

Skills

Geography teaching

Curriculum planning

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Teacher of Geography to join our dedicated Geography team. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented practitioner to teach Geography across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the opportunity to teach A Level Geography. You will be passionate about your subject and committed to providing high-quality learning experiences that enable all students to achieve their full potential.

You will join a supportive and collaborative department where you will be encouraged to develop professionally whilst making a significant contribution to the success of both our students and the wider school community. You should be motivated and relentless in your pursuit of excellence, using creativity and innovation to inspire a love of learning and ensure outstanding outcomes for all pupils.

St Wilfrid’s Catholic High School & Sixth-Form College is a mixed voluntary Academy for 11-18 year olds, based in North Featherstone in West Yorkshire. There are currently 1,481 students in attendance. The school opened in 1963 and has a proud history. We were judged as Good by Ofsted in November 2021; we were also judged as Good by the Diocesan Section 48 Inspection in April 2024, with 7 out of 9 areas judged as Outstanding.

We are proudly part of the Bishop Konstant Catholic Academy Trust, which comprises three Secondary Schools and twelve Primary Schools.

We can offer:

• A bespoke CPD programme based on career stage
• Opportunities for Secondary collaboration within both the Trust and the Diocese
• Motivated and hard-working students
• A School which is ambitious and aspirational for all

Our Open Day video can be viewed HERE; our Sixth-Form video can be viewed HERE; our GCSE Options Information can be viewed HERE; and our Subject Information can be viewed HERE.

Closing date: 9.00am on 12th October 2026.

The Bishop Konstant Catholic Academy Trust is wholly committed to ensuring children and young people are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare and expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS with barred list check and other appropriate checks including references. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education Guidance (2024), online searches will be carried out on shortlisted candidates. This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Prior to interview, all shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a form for self-disclosure of their unprotected criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.