Geography Teacher – Secondary School

Location: Wincanton
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time, Long-term
Salary: MPS/UPS, dependent on experience

Are you an enthusiastic and committed Geography Teacher seeking a new opportunity from September? Teaching Personnel is working with a well-regarded mainstream secondary school in Wincanton that is looking to welcome a passionate Geography Teacher to its Humanities department.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about Geography and enjoys inspiring students to understand the world around them. You will be joining a supportive school environment where staff work together to deliver engaging lessons and encourage students to achieve their full potential.

The Role

As a Geography Teacher, you will be responsible for:

• Planning and delivering engaging and challenging Geography lessons across KS3 and KS4.

• Creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

• Developing students' geographical knowledge, enquiry skills and critical thinking.

• Assessing student progress and providing constructive feedback.

• Promoting high standards of behaviour, effort and academic achievement.

• Working closely with colleagues across the Humanities department.

• Supporting the wider life of the school through enrichment and extracurricular opportunities where appropriate.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will ideally:

• Hold QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

• Have experience teaching Geography within a secondary school setting.

• Have a strong understanding of the KS3 and KS4 Geography curriculum.

• Be confident planning and delivering engaging and differentiated lessons.

• Demonstrate effective classroom and behaviour management skills.

• Have excellent communication and organisational abilities.

• Be committed to supporting students' academic and personal development.

• Work effectively as part of a collaborative department.

• Have a genuine enthusiasm for Geography and inspiring the next generation.

What We Can Offer

• Competitive pay in line with MPS/UPS and experience.

• A full-time, long-term position starting in September 2026.

• The opportunity to join a supportive and welcoming secondary school.

• Ongoing support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant.

• Access to free CPD and professional development opportunities.

• Potential for a permanent position for the right candidate.

If you're a Geography Teacher looking for a new opportunity in Wincanton from September 2026, we'd be keen to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV or contact Teaching Personnel for more information about this Geography Teacher vacancy.

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