Geography Teacher – Secondary School – Lancaster

Location: Lancaster, Lancashire
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS1–UPS3, paid in line with the teacher pay scale

A secondary school in Lancaster is seeking a dedicated and engaging Geography Teacher to join its humanities department. The school is looking for a teacher who can encourage students to explore the world around them, understand environmental challenges and develop an interest in different countries, cultures and communities.

The successful candidate will teach Geography across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering a varied curriculum covering both physical and human geography. This role would suit someone who can make geographical topics interesting, develop students' analytical abilities and prepare learners effectively for their examinations.

Geography Teacher – Role and Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Geography lessons across KS3 and KS4.

• Teach topics including climate, ecosystems, urban environments, development and natural hazards.

• Develop students' map-reading, data interpretation and geographical enquiry skills.

• Prepare pupils for GCSE assessments and examinations.

• Use case studies, maps, graphs and digital resources to support learning.

• Encourage students to explore environmental issues and global developments.

• Differentiate lessons to support students with varying abilities.

• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback.

• Maintain high standards of behaviour and classroom participation.

• Contribute to departmental planning and the development of teaching resources.

Geography Teacher – School Information

The school provides a broad curriculum designed to develop students' academic knowledge and understanding of the wider world. Its humanities provision encourages learners to ask questions, consider different perspectives and develop the skills needed to interpret geographical information.

Based in Lancaster, the school is accessible to candidates travelling from surrounding Lancashire areas. The successful applicant will join a team that values collaboration, effective classroom teaching and positive student outcomes.

Geography Teacher – Experience and Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

• Experience teaching Geography at secondary level.

• Strong knowledge of the KS3 and KS4 Geography curriculum.

• Confidence teaching case studies, geographical enquiry and examination techniques.

• Good classroom management and organisational skills.

• A commitment to supporting students' academic progress.

Salary

The position offers a salary on the MPS1–UPS3 scale, depending on experience.

Application

If you are a passionate Geography Teacher looking for a permanent role in Lancaster, please send across your CV for consideration.