Teacher of Geography


Company:	Teaching Vacancies
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Gillingham, ME8 8GS
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	24 Jul 2026
Closing date:	23 Aug 2026

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

Leigh Academy Rainham is looking for a Teacher of Geography to join our department starting in September 2026,helping to inspire and engage students with the fascinating world of geography, from physical landscapes to global issues.

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Geography teacher who is passionate about helping students understand the world’s physical and human processes. You will inspire students to develop their geographical knowledge, critical thinking skills, and curiosity about the environment. Whether you are an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher (ECT), we will support you in delivering exceptional geography education.

What the school offers its staff

Why join us?

• Be part of a welcoming, inclusive, and values-driven school

• Work in a modern, purpose-built learning environment

• Join a team that values collaboration, wellbeing, and professional growth

• Receive high-quality training and development through Leigh Academies Trust

Plus, enjoy great staff benefits, including:

• Local Government Pension Scheme

• Enhanced family-friendly policies

• Employee Assistance Programme

• 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service

• Wellbeing support and staff recognition initiatives

• Free onsite parking

Commitment to safeguarding

Our commitment to safeguarding: Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust, consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Including online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about this in our Recruitment Guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

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