Geography Teacher - Hinckley, Leicestershire - January 2026

A thriving and ambitious 11–18 secondary school in Hinckley is seeking an inspiring Teacher of Geography to join its well-established Humanities faculty from January 2026 . The school serves a diverse, growing community on the Leicestershire–Warwickshire border and is known for its calm atmosphere, strong routines and high expectations.

The Role

This is a full-time position teaching Geography across KS3 and KS4, with the potential for A-Level teaching for suitably experienced applicants. Geography is a popular and respected subject within the school, with strong uptake at GCSE and a curriculum that balances rigorous knowledge with curiosity about the world.

Teachers benefit from a thoughtfully structured scheme of learning that incorporates:

• Clear enquiry questions that connect physical and human geography
• Explicit teaching of decision-making skills and map/graph interpretation
• Meaningful case studies drawn from both local geography and global issues
• Regular retrieval practice and structured assessment
• Practical fieldwork embedded across year groups

The department has recently reviewed its curriculum to align with research-informed practice, focusing on clarity, modelling, and vocabulary development.

The Department

The Humanities faculty is collaborative, friendly and stable, with staff who genuinely enjoy working together. Planning is shared, resources are well organised, and teachers contribute to termly curriculum development sessions. The department benefits from bright, dedicated classrooms situated in the upper Humanities corridor, with good displays, strong ICT access and a welcoming environment.

Fieldwork is a key strength of the team. Students take part in:

• River studies in the Leicestershire countryside
• Urban regeneration investigations in nearby Leicester
• Local environmental and sustainability projects
• Optional enrichment trips to national parks and cultural landmarks

The School

The school holds a Good Ofsted rating and is widely regarded for its pastoral strength, behaviour systems and supportive leadership. Classrooms are calm and well-structured, and the school uses consistent routines that allow teachers to teach without disruption.

Leadership is visible, relational and committed to reducing unnecessary workload. Staff have access to:

• Protected department planning time
• Clear behaviour and curriculum policies
• High-quality CPD programmes
• Opportunities to lead projects within Humanities

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary (MPS/UPS)
• Strong departmental support and subject mentoring
• Excellent CPD and career development pathways
• A stable, respectful and well-organised working environment

If you’re a Geography Teacher who wants to thrive in a supportive, ambitious school where teaching is valued and staff are trusted, we would be delighted to receive your CV.