Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Paid to scale

Geography Teacher

A progressive Secondary Academy in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a professional and highly organised Geography Teacher to join their experienced Humanities team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a well-structured and supportive school environment where teaching staff play an essential role in the smooth operation of the school.

The successful candidate will provide day-to-day instructional support across multiple key stages, focusing on physical topography, urban demographics, and environmental sustainability frameworks. Responsibilities will include maintaining student progress records, updating school tracking systems, managing departmental correspondence, supporting attendance administration, and assisting with the organisation of local field studies, ecological initiatives, and cross-departmental data mapping.

You will also support communication with parents, students, and academic bodies while ensuring that information is handled professionally and confidentially at all times. Strong organisational skills are essential, as the role requires the ability to balance classroom teaching with outdoor educational logistics and manage multiple responsibilities within a busy school environment.

The school is looking for someone who is proactive, reliable, and able to work efficiently both independently and as part of a collaborative humanities faculty. Good IT skills and data literacy are important, alongside strong communication and interpersonal skills.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing school community where teaching staff are highly valued and staff wellbeing and professional development are prioritised.

School Information

This is an 11 to 18 well-established Academy in Newcastle with a strong commitment to high academic standards, student wellbeing, and continuous improvement. The school serves a vibrant, proud community and is known for its inclusive ethos, where positive relationships and high expectations underpin daily practice.

Students are respectful, deeply motivated, and eager to explore global frameworks, creating a calm and purposeful learning environment. The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum that encourages high academic achievement alongside personal development, preparing students well for university tracks and future environmental pathways.

Staff benefit from a collaborative professional culture, with visible leadership, shared best practice, and an excellent framework for career progression.

Requirements

• Previous teaching or relevant instructional experience in Geography up to GCSE and A-Level

• Strong organisational and communication skills

• Good IT and data management skills

• Professional and proactive approach to outdoor educational risk management

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Application

To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.