Geography Teacher

The Rochester Grammar School, Rochester, Kent, ME1 3BY

11 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  10 May 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  29 April 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subject: Geography
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term - TBC - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Full-time equivalent salary: £33,280 - £52,000

What skills and experience we're looking for

Looking to progress your career in a school which “ranks as best school in Medway based on attainment”?

The Rochester Grammar School are seeking a qualified Geography Teacher to join their team on a fixed term basis covering maternity leave. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate subject knowledge to deliver Geography at GCSE and preferably A level.

As our Geography Teacher you will;

• Be an outstanding classroom practitioner
• Have high expectations for achievements and behaviour
• Be able to plan and deliver a creative and stimulating curriculum
• Contribute to our values, ethos and the development of our school

We would love to hear from you if you have a genuine passion for Geography and a commitment to delivering engaging and challenging lessons.

What the school offers its staff

What our Trust will offer you:

Career Development: We are committed to supporting your professional growth and offer a wide range of opportunities for career advancement. From staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships, we provide clear pathways for progression and promotional opportunities across our regions.

Health and Wellbeing Support: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support, preferential access to Benenden Health, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers.

Employee Recognition:Referral Scheme, Long Service Awards and the TSTARS Recognition Programme.

TSAT Benefits Portal:A one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including cashback from supermarkets and high street retailers, dental insurance scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym membership.

Blue Light Card:Offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

RGS Teacher Job Description.pdf - 1.02 MB (opens in new tab)

About The Rochester Grammar School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1171 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Rochester Grammar School website
• Email address: tracy.pocock@tsatrust.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-rochester-grammar-school-rochester

At The Rochester Grammar School we are a passionate team, dedicated to our ethos of “excellence for all”. We have the highest expectations for all our learners in their commitment to academic achievement, respect for others and contribution to the school community. Our students are excited to learn in an inclusive environment full of enriching opportunities and go on to attend outstanding universities.

Our dedicated staff are passionate about seeing every child fulfil their potential.

We are thrilled to become the first school in the Thinking Schools Academy Trust to be awarded the prestigious Silver Rights Respecting Schools Award from UNICEF.

Rochester Grammar School are delighted to be the only Medway-based secondary school in the top 50 of The Sunday Times Parent Power List for 2025.

Arranging a visit to The Rochester Grammar School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email tracy.pocock@tsatrust.org.uk.

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