Part Time Teacher of Geography in Leeds

Maternity Leave Cover starting January 20260.8 FTE, Scale: MPS/UPS

Our school is a happy school, where relationships are positive, respect is prevalent, and expectations are high. We challenge all members of our school community to “be kind, try your best and follow the rules” – our students are our greatest asset and never fail to inspire and impress staff and visitors. Staff have high expectations of all students, whatever their starting point; students have the drive and ambition to meet these expectations. Our GCSE results were once again amongst the highest in Leeds and we were ranked in the top fifty 11-16 schools in the country in the Sunday Times League Tables, testament to the way that our students and staff have worked together to create a positive, ambitious and caring learning environment.

Governors are seeking to appoint an ambitious and highly motivated teacher to join our high achieving school as a teacher of geography to cover a period of maternity leave. If you are someone who has a natural passion and enthusiasm for geography and a strong desire to help all students reach their full potential, then we would be very pleased to hear from you.

Alongside a track record of good achievement in geography, the department provides a supportive learning environment committed to developing students’ aspiration in achieving their full academic and personal potential whilst encouraging all students to develop their own understanding and enjoyment of geography.

We are eager to hear from you if you are:

• An excellent practitioner who believes that all students can achieve.
• Able to excel in an environment where students genuinely enjoy school and have a love of learning.
• Ambitious for yourself and our students, and able to thrive in our supportive, collaborative environment.
• Somebody who wants to work in a happy school where students and staff work together to “…build on the best traditions that we have inherited…”

In return for your hard work, we offer a rewarding and exciting environment where students are keen to learn, and staff are valued and cared for. We welcome applications from experienced teachers or colleagues who are beginning their careers and will provide outstanding support and guidance to ensure that the successful candidate quickly becomes part of our school community.

Candidates do not need to be practicing Catholics, but a willingness to support the Catholic ethos of the school is essential.

Further details and our Catholic Education Service application form is available from the school website (www.cardinalheenan.com). If you would like any further information, or would like to arrange a visit prior to application, please email recruitment@cardinalheenan.com.

Please note that covering letters are not required and will not be used as part of the shortlisting or selection process. There is a section of the application form where candidates can offer further information to support their application. This can take the form of a letter of no more than two sides of A4.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought, along with other relevant pre-employment checks, for the successful applicant.

We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.