Teacher of Geography (Sickness Absence Cover)

The Streetly Academy; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan

Extensive CPD program

Chromebook for staff

Onsite parking and canteen

Onsite gym and padel courts

Job summary

The Streetly Academy in Sutton Coldfield is seeking a passionate Geography teacher to join our supportive department. You will teach Geography to Year 7 through to A level, delivering active, engaging lessons and setting high expectations for all students.

We value professional development, collaboration, and a positive approach. The post provides substantial CPD opportunities within our thriving school community.

Qualifications

• Qualified Geography teacher with QTS.
• Ability to bring geography to life in the classroom.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Teach Geography to Year 7–Year 13 (A level) with engaging, active learning.
• Set challenging targets for students of all backgrounds and abilities.
• Collaborate with department colleagues to drive curriculum improvements.
• Participate in the school CPD program and contribute to school events.

Skills

Geography passion

Team player

Engaging teaching

Education

Qualified Geography Teacher (QTS)

Job description

We can offer you:

A considerate employer with regard for your well being and family priorities

A health care plan to cover some of the costs of keeping you well such as dental, physio and eye care, with the addition of counselling and fast track to consultant appointments should you be carrying the worry of a health scare

Excellent professional development / guidance and opportunities to progress through our extensive CPD program

A large and successful sixth form and the opportunity to teach Geography at post 16

Friendly and supportive colleagues

Every member of staff and student is equipped with a Chromebook device to aid innovative teaching and reduce workload

Students that are helpful, with good manners and take pride in their appearance.

A wide variety of clubs, trips, events and opportunities

Free onsite parking and access to our excellent canteen, onsite gym and padel tennis courts.

We are looking for:

A qualified and enthusiastic team player who has a passion for the subject and an ability to bring it to life in the classroom

Ideally, the successful candidate to teach Geography to all year groups from Year 7 to A level

A teacher who is committed to delivering active and engaging learning, which enthuses young people and motivates them to want to succeed

A teacher who can set targets that stretch and challenge students of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions

A teacher with a continued commitment to their own professional development

Applications are welcomed from both newly qualified and experienced teachers. The successful applicant will be supported by an excellent department. For ECTs, we provide our highly successful ECT programme where you will train alongside other ECTs. This enables aspiring teachers to support and learn from each other, in the true collaborative spirit of teaching. Every member of staff receives the opportunity to complete a full Level 1 TEEP (Teacher Effectiveness Enhancement Programme) training course for 3 days.

If you are looking for an opportunity to join a progressive school and departments that thrive on good humour and team work then please visit our website at

https://mynewterm.com/school/The-Streetly-Academy/137707

Last date for receipt of completed applications is midnight on Sunday 20 September 2026. Interview date to be confirmed.

Please note applications may be closed early if a successful candidate is appointed

The Streetly Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. These posts are each subject to an Enhanced DBS check and prohibition from teaching check.