Lead Teacher of Geography

Tudor Grange Samworth Academy, A church of England School, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 6UA

8 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  August 2026

• Closing date

  15 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  6 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Geography
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPS + TLR 2B
• Additional allowances:

  MPS + TLR 2B

Lead Teacher of Geography job summary

We are seeking an inspirational and committed Lead Teacher of Geography to play a key role in shaping and driving excellence within our Geography department. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious practitioner who is passionate about their subject and eager to make a lasting impact on students’ learning and outcomes.

You will lead by example in the classroom, delivering engaging and intellectually stimulating lessons that inspire curiosity about the world and develop students’ geographical knowledge and skills. Alongside this, you will contribute to strategic departmental planning and support the development of rich extra-curricular and enrichment opportunities that bring Geography to life beyond the classroom.

As part of a dynamic Trust, you will benefit from meaningful collaboration with Geography colleagues across our schools, sharing best practice and contributing to a culture of continual improvement. High-quality professional development is a key feature of this role, supporting your ongoing growth as a teacher and leader.

As a through-school, we are committed to developing a coherent and ambitious Geography curriculum across all key stages. This role offers opportunities to work closely with primary colleagues, supporting smooth transition and ensuring strong foundations that enable all learners to thrive as geographers.

This post would suit a reflective, forward-thinking teacher who combines strong subject expertise with the drive to lead, innovate and inspire.

How to make an application:

To apply, complete the My New Term Application Form using the Supporting Statement section of the form to detail your suitability for the role, your motivation for making an application and how your knowledge, experience and training meet the person specification.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leicester.

The vacancy closes on Friday 15th May 2026 at midday.

Interviews to take place on week commencing 18th May 2026

If you have any questions or would like to discuss this role further, please contact Stacey Nicholls, PA to the Principal on 01162780232 or at snicholls@samworth.tgacademy.org.uk

Website: www.samworth.tgacademy.org.uk

School Address: 50 Trenant Road, Leicester, LE2 6UA

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Tudor Grange Samworth Academy, A church of England School

• School type: Academies, Church of England, ages 2 to 16
• Education phase: All through school
• School size: 1009 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Tudor Grange Samworth Academy, A church of England School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/tudor-grange-samworth-academy-a-church-of-england-school

Tudor Grange Samworth Academy one of a family of academies with a shared ethos, common values and collective goals. We are working together in a model of meaningful, focused collaboration to achieve excellence in our schools.
We are driven by four key values:
Our children will live ‘Happy, fulfilling lives’
Outstanding teaching and learning is our core focus
Outstanding Governance supports our schools
Leadership and professionalism drives continuous improvement

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