Teacher

Teacher of Geography

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time

Salary: MPS/UPS

Site: Queen Katharine Academy

Closing date: 9am on Fri 6th November

Start date: January 2027 Please note the trust may decide to withdraw the advert before the closing date or interview suitable candidates prior to the advert closing. Do you set high expectations that drive ambition and independence in every student? Will you help students understand their responsibility for the future of our environment and communities? Can you create a classroom grounded in respect for people, places, and perspectives across the globe? If so, Queen Katharine Academy could be your next exciting career step.

Your role:

You will lead students on a journey, delivering engaging lessons that connect local experiences to global challenges. With careful planning and responsive teaching, you’ll ensure every student can navigate the curriculum and make meaningful progress. Your classroom will reflect a culture of respect where different viewpoints, cultures, and environments are valued. You’ll nurture ambition by encouraging students to think deeply, question confidently, and aim higher. And you’ll develop responsibility, helping learners understand their role in shaping a sustainable and interconnected world. Working within a supportive and collaborative team, you’ll share ideas, refine your practice, and contribute to a school community that is always moving forward. You’ll bring strong subject knowledge, a passion for Geography, and a commitment to making learning relevant, challenging, and inspiring.

About us:

Queen Katharine Academy is a school on the rise. Recent leadership investment has strengthened culture, consistency and ambition across the Academy, creating a place where staff want to teach and students want to learn. You’ll join a diverse, thriving community supported by Thomas Deacon Education Trust, giving you access to shared expertise, high quality CPD and a network that champions professional growth. Most importantly, you’ll teach in a school that values your creativity, trusts your professionalism and gives you the space and encouragement to innovate. Why work for us?: Join Thomas Deacon Education Trust and be part of a dedicated team committed to "working together to transform lives through education.” To learn more about the benefits we have on offer, check out our video here: Employee Benefits At TDET, 95% of our new employees highly rate our induction programme. Benefit from the unwavering support of our dedicated staff, ensuring you feel welcomed and well-prepared from day one. According to our 2025 staff survey, 91% of staff are proud to work for TDET! Ready to transform lives through education? Apply now and make a difference! TDET - Working together to transform lives through education Thomas Deacon Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Academy will require the successful candidate to provide satisfactory references and undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. At Thomas Deacon Education Trust, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Join us in fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where all contributions are valued. If you have any questions regarding this post, please contact the HR Team on e-mail at hrteam@tdet.education