Teacher of Geography (Maternity Cover)
Fixed-Term Contract (up to 1 year)
Full Time
Ratcliffe College is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, dynamic and highly motivated Teacher of Geography to join our successful Geography Department on a fixed-term maternity cover contract for up to one year.
This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding classroom practitioner with a passion for Geography and the ability to teach across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5, including GCSE and A Level. Whether you are an experienced teacher or an ambitious early career teacher, you will join a supportive and high-achieving department committed to delivering exceptional outcomes and inspiring a love of learning.
About the Role
The successful candidate will:
- Teach Geography across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5, including GCSE and A Level.
- Deliver engaging, challenging and innovative lessons that support excellent pupil progress.
- Contribute to a collaborative and ambitious department with a strong record of academic success.
- Support A Level students with coursework (NEA) where appropriate.
- Contribute to fieldwork activities, including residential visits.
- Participate fully in the wider life of the School, including tutoring, co-curricular activities and duties.
The department follows the AQA GCSE specification and OCR A Level Geography, with particular A Level teaching focused on Physical Systems and Climate Change topics.
About the Department
Geography is a highly successful subject at Ratcliffe College, with recent results placing the department among the top-performing departments nationally at both GCSE and A Level. The department is committed to high-quality teaching, curriculum innovation and supporting students to achieve their full potential.
Teachers benefit from:
- Dedicated classrooms.
- Excellent teaching resources and established schemes of work.
- A collaborative and supportive faculty environment.
- Opportunities to contribute ideas, innovate and develop professionally.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Holds appropriate qualifications to teach Geography.
- Is an excellent classroom practitioner with strong subject knowledge.
- Can inspire and motivate students of all abilities.
- Has the ability to teach Geography to GCSE and A Level standard.
- Demonstrates strong communication and organisational skills.
- Is committed to safeguarding, pastoral care and the wider life of the School.
- Will support the Catholic ethos and values of Ratcliffe College.
Why Join Ratcliffe?
Ratcliffe College is a thriving co-educational day and boarding school for over 900 pupils aged 3-18. Professional development is highly valued, and staff benefit from a supportive environment, excellent facilities and opportunities for career progression.
Benefits include:
- Competitive salary.
- TPS pension scheme.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- Free on-site parking.
- Complimentary lunch during term time.
- Access to excellent sporting and leisure facilities.
- A supportive and welcoming school community.
Safeguarding Statement:
Ratcliffe College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Enhanced screening via the Disclosure and Barring Service as well as references from previous employers will be required. We welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.