At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire and educate students in Geography, both in class and through exciting extracurricular activities.
- Company: Bolton School, a thriving and academically selective day school with a vibrant community.
- Benefits: Generous PPA, supportive environment, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to continuous improvement and student welfare.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while enjoying a dynamic teaching experience.
- Qualifications: A good honours degree and a passion for teaching Geography.
The predicted salary is between 33865 - 41391 £ per year.
Girls’ Senior School (11-18 Years) requires a dynamic and talented Geography teacher to cover a period of maternity leave for twelve months from February 2027. The successful candidate will have the potential to make a valuable contribution to a well-resourced and flourishing Geography Department with an impressive record of examination and Oxbridge success.
This position would suit a well-motivated and highly qualified individual with the ability and desire to enhance girls' education through both curricular and extracurricular activities. It would be equally suitable for an early career teacher or an experienced practitioner seeking a new opportunity.
The successful candidate will be a well-qualified and committed teacher of Geography, able to meet the rewarding challenge of enthusing our able and highly motivated pupils from Year 7 to Year 11 and, preferably, through to Sixth Form, both inside and outside the classroom. They will hold a good honours degree and possess the talent and drive to promote the learning of Geography through extracurricular activities and educational visits, some of which may take place during school holidays. They will be committed to the welfare and individual development of all pupils in their care.
The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to continuous school improvement and will be fully computer literate. Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.
A detailed person specification is included within the application pack. With some 2,500 pupils, Bolton School is a large, thriving, academically selective day school situated a mile or so from the town centre in a stunning 32-acre campus.
Academic results at GCSE and A Level consistently place Bolton School amongst the top schools in the North of England and often within the top 100 nationally. The School is also renowned for its provision of a wide range of enrichment activities, which take place both during and after the school day.
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 18 November 2026 at 9am. Interviews will be held week beginning 23 November 2026.
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace to reflect the diversity of our pupils and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and to join Bolton School. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all sections of the community and are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees.
Bolton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Criminal Records Check for Regulated Activity.
Teacher Of Geography (Maternity Leave Cover) in Royton employer: Bolton School
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