Teacher of Geography Full Time

Manchester, Lancashire
Old Moat
About The Role

Contract Type: Permanent Working Hours: Full Time Number of Positions: 1 Qualifications Required: QTS and Degree relevant to the role Start Date: 1st September 2026 Salary: £32,916 – £51,048 per annum

We currently have an exciting opportunity for Teacher of Geography to join our fantastic team at Manchester Enterprise Academy (MEA).

This is a permanent, full-time role starting from September 2026, attracting a salary on the Teachers’ Main/Upper Pay Scale.

Main purpose of the job: The post holder will fulfil the professional responsibilities common to all classroom teachers, as outlined in the current School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document.

They will meet the Teachers’ Standards appropriate to their career stage and exercise professional judgement in carrying out their duties collaboratively.

The key purpose of the role is to secure high standards of teaching, learning and achievement in Geography, ensuring that all students make strong progress and are supported to reach their full potential.

The post holder is accountable to the Curriculum Leader, a Senior Leader, and ultimately the Headteacher.

Key responsibilities

• Promote the academic progress, wellbeing and positive behaviour of all students
• Plan and deliver high-quality, inclusive lessons across Geography
• Contribute to the development of an ambitious Geography curriculum
• Assess, monitor and report on student progress, implementing timely interventions
• Work collaboratively within the Geography team to support the school’s vision
• Reflect on and improve practice through professional development and shared expertise
• Support curriculum development, examinations and school improvement priorities
• Participate in meetings, duties and enrichment activities as required
• Build positive relationships with students, parents/carers and external partners

Please follow the online application process to be considered. Interviews will likely take place during the week commencing 20th April.

About the Candidate

An enthusiastic, committed and reflective classroom practitioner who:

• Has a passion for teaching Geography and securing excellent outcomes for all students
• Demonstrates strong subject knowledge and the ability to inspire curiosity and enthusiasm
• Is committed to inclusive practice and raising achievement across all ability ranges
• Works collaboratively with colleagues to develop high-quality teaching and learning
• Has high expectations of student behaviour, engagement and achievement
• Is keen to contribute to the wider life of the school and the ongoing development of the curriculum

About Us

We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities.

Working for Manchester isn’t just a job – it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.

Our Manchester is our vision for a fairer, greener, and healthier city – a vision shaped by the people of Manchester. It guides everything we do at the Council and is brought to life through the Our Manchester behaviours:

• We take time to listen and understand
• We work together and trust each other
• We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
• We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things
• We’re proud and passionate about Manchester

Benefits we offer

• Generous holiday allowance – Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks.
• A buzzing pension – You’ll be enrolled in the UK’s largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three-times your salary as a lump sum.
• Enhanced parental and carers leave – Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your new born or support your family during critical life events.
• Brilliant perks – Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more.
• Learn and grow – We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. All this begins with our comprehensive onboarding process.
• A Good Employment Charter member – We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognise three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life.
• Up to 3 days volunteering leave – Give back to the community with three days pro-rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits.

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Safeguarding and other compliance

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here.

This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.