Teacher of Geography & Second in Department

Cheltladiescollege; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious girls' school in Cheltenham is seeking a full-time Teacher of Geography and Second in Department for September 2026. The successful candidate will inspire students and support the academic development of the Geography department. With a focus on outstanding teaching and pupil progress, this role also offers competitive pay and benefits, including relocation assistance. Applications close on February 20th, 2026, with interviews scheduled for the following week.

Benefits

Teachers Pension Scheme

Health Cash Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Subsidised Health and Fitness Centre Membership

Electric Vehicle Charging

Qualifications

• Evidence of being an outstanding Teacher of Geography across multiple key stages.
• Proven track record of securing strong pupil progress.
• Ability to work collaboratively and supportively with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and challenge students in a supportive environment.
• Support the Head of Geography in department development.
• Contribute to co-curricular life of the College.

Skills

Outstanding teaching abilities

Ability to design intervention strategies

Collaboration within a team

Strong pupil progress and outcomes

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

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Teacher of Geography and Second in Department

Reference: JAN20262738

Expiry date: 12:30, Fri, 20th Feb 2026

Location: Cheltenham

Salary: Competitive

Benefits: Teachers Pension Scheme, Health Cash Plan, Cycle to Work Scheme, Subsidised Health and Fitness Centre Membership, Electric Vehicle Charging

Full time Teacher of Geography and Second in Department

Required for September 2026

Cheltenham Ladies’ College has a competitive pay scale with membership of the TPS, or membership of a Defined Contribution (DC) Pension Scheme. The DC option includes an additional non-pensionable cash allowance

Starting salary depending on skills, qualifications and experience

For the Second in Department role, an additional Teaching and Learning allowance and time allowance applies

Relocation assistance available, as appropriate

A well-qualified, inspiring and dynamic Teacher of Geography and Second in Department who will inspire and challenge our students to think and learn in a supportive and positive environment is required to join our high performing department. There are over 140 girls studying GCSE Geography across Years 10 and 11 and approximately 40 studying the subject at A level and IB. We also have a number of girls who go on to study Geography at university.

This role is key in supporting the Head of Geography in the continued development of the Department, helping secure high-quality teaching and learning and the effective use of resources to ensure the highest standards of achievement for all pupils.

The successful applicant will have evidence of being an outstanding Teacher of Geography across multiple key stages including exam groups, a proven track record of securing strong pupil progress and outcomes, including the design and implementation of effective intervention strategies as well as the ability to work collaboratively and with authority within a team, actively supporting, coaching, and developing colleagues.

The successful applicant will be part of a team of six specialist professionals. The department is well-resourced and full support with induction and continuing professional development is provided.

All teachers are expected to contribute to the rich co-curricular life of the College, but there are no residential duties.

As one of the world’s leading schools, and with a strong pioneering heritage, our aim is to embody excellence, independence and empowerment in the education of young women. You will join a friendly and supportive community of committed professionals who believe that our pupils are at the heart of all we do. We are ambitious for their futures, collectively and individually, and have been so for 170 years.

Applications are welcome from graduates and teachers from either the independent or maintained sector.

Closing date of application is Friday 20 February 2026 (12:30pm)

Interviews will be held in the week commencing 2 March 2026

Please note that a pplications will be considered as they are received and College reserves the right to appoint at any time in the process.

Cheltenham Ladies’ College is committed to the safeguarding of children.