Teacher of Geography

Ellesmere Park High School, Manchester, M30 9BP

8 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2026

• Closing date

  22 October 2025 at 10am

• Date listed

  14 October 2025

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/UPS
• Additional allowances:

  MPS/UPS

Teacher of Geography job summary

Teacher of Geography

📍 Location: Ellesmere Park High School
💰 Salary: MPS/UPS
⏳ Contract and Working Pattern: Permanent, Full Time
📅 Start Date: January 2026

Be Vibrant. Be Inclusive. Be Proud.

At Ellesmere Park High School, our motto isn’t just words on a wall — it’s the spirit that runs through everything we do. We are a vibrant, inclusive, and proud community where staff and students alike thrive, support one another, and celebrate each other’s success.

From the moment you step through our doors, you’ll feel the warmth of a close-knit family — one that’s dedicated to making every day at school both purposeful and inspiring.

Why Join Us?

You won’t just be joining a school; you’ll be joining a community. Our students are proud to call Ellesmere home, and their words say it best:

“From SLT to new staff members, everyone is extremely welcoming and supportive. It’s a nurturing environment for all.”
— Year 10 Student

We’re a school where creativity, curiosity, and collaboration come to life — from Friday lunchtime performances, to trips across the UK and abroad, to innovative classroom practice that keeps learning dynamic and meaningful.

Our staff are united by a shared commitment: to give every young person the knowledge, skills, and confidence to be the best they can be.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Geography who:

• Inspires curiosity and a love of learning about the world.
• Is passionate about delivering an ambitious and inclusive curriculum.
• Brings creativity and rigour to their teaching practice.
• Thrives in a collaborative, supportive environment.
• Believes that education changes lives — and wants to be part of that journey.

You’ll have the chance to teach across KS3 and KS4, supported by a strong Humanities department and outstanding CPD opportunities, both within school and across our Trust.

About Ellesmere Park High School

Serving the Eccles and Monton communities, we’re proud to be part of the Consilium Academies Trust, a family of nine schools committed to Excellence, Equality, and Integrity.

Our school is thriving — with over 800 students on roll, a rich curriculum, and a genuine focus on inclusion. Every child is valued as an individual and encouraged to achieve their very best, regardless of background or need.

As a teacher here, you’ll find:
✅ A welcoming, supportive team of professionals.
✅ Students who are enthusiastic, respectful, and eager to learn.
✅ A commitment to wellbeing, professional growth, and collaboration.
✅ A culture where new ideas are encouraged, and success is shared.

Professional Growth

We take staff development seriously. From bespoke CPD sessions and peer learning networks across the Trust, to leadership development opportunities — you’ll be supported at every stage of your career.

As one of our teachers shared:

“I was greeted with warmth and kindness from every member of staff I met. I’ve had nothing but positivity, encouragement, and support since joining — it’s truly a fantastic place to be.”
— Alice, Head of D&T

Safeguarding and Equality

Ellesmere Park High School and Consilium Academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Applications and Information

For further information about the role please see attached recruitment pack including, job description and person specification.

If you have any questions about the role or would like to arrange a visit to Ellesmere Park High School, please contact Hayley.Silcock@consilium-at.com

Closing date for applications is 9.00am Wednesday 22nd October 2025

Interviews will take place on a date to be arranged

Please ensure that within your application you provide the names, addresses, and contact details for two referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer.

We look forward to welcoming a new team member who shares our commitment to excellence in education!

Consilium Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are made subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.

The Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, the Public Sector fluency duty requires state funded schools to ensure candidates for their customer facing roles have the necessary standard of spoken English.

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 Ellesmere Park High School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 798 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Ellesmere Park High School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/ellesmere-park-high-school-manchester

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