Teacher of Geography and Religious Education

The Robert Smyth Academy, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7JG

18 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  24 August 2026

• Closing date

  2 March 2026 at 8am

• Date listed

  12 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Geography
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (FTE) M1 - M6 plus opportunity for TLR as lead teacher of RE for the right candidate

Teacher of Geography and Religious Education job summary

At Robert Smyth Academy, our staff are our most valued asset. We believe that excellent teachers change lives, and we invest in them accordingly. Supported by outstanding practitioners across our Academy and Trust, you will join a collaborative and forward‑thinking environment where you can truly flourish.

We are seeking an ambitious and passionate Teacher of Geography and RE, with an opportunity for a TLR to lead RE provision for the right candidate.

About the Role

Geography

• Teach Geography to at least GCSE level; A Level teaching may be available.
• Geography will form at least 50% of your timetable.
• Join a dynamic, well‑resourced department committed to high‑quality teaching, fieldwork, and enrichment.

Religious Education

• RE is taught during dedicated KS3 lessons and through the PSHE curriculum at KS4.
• As RE Lead (if appointed), you will:
• Teach RE across KS3
• Lead and support a small team delivering the subject
• Oversee and enhance KS4 RE provision
• Provide tutors with engaging materials and guidance

This is an excellent opportunity for someone ready to take on leadership within a supportive faculty.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a teacher who is:

• Knowledgeable, current, and enthusiastic about Geography and RE
• Committed to excellent pedagogy and collaborative departmental practice
• Passionate about inclusion and ambitious for all students
• A team player who contributes positively to curriculum development and wider school life

Why Robert Smyth Academy?

A thriving, high‑performing school

• Excellent student behaviour
• A culture of high expectations
• Above‑average attendance and strong exam results
• Oversubscribed year on year

A supportive and ambitious environment

• Part of the Tudor Grange Academies Trust, offering exceptional CPD and cross‑school collaboration
• Senior leaders who are visible, approachable and committed to staff wellbeing
• A faculty that values creativity, innovation and teamwork

Staff wellbeing and benefits

• Supportive management and friendly colleagues
• Comprehensive CPD for all career stages
• Weekly yoga classes
• Free tea, coffee, fruit and biscuits
• Employee Wellbeing Programme (24/7 support)
• Staff social events
• On‑site parking
• Childcare voucher scheme

A Growing Academy in a Beautiful Setting

Situated in the leafy and vibrant town of Market Harborough, the Academy serves a growing community. Significant recent investment includes:

• A specialist SEND facility (opened 2023)
• A new Science & Maths block and expanded canteen (opened October 2025)

Our school blends rich history with a bold, forward‑looking vision, offering opportunities for staff to grow alongside our expanding Academy.

Join Us

If you are an enthusiastic, motivated teacher with a passion for Geography and RE and the ambition to contribute meaningfully to a thriving, highly regarded school, we would love to hear from you.

Please refer to the full Applicant Pack for more details.
If you have any questions or would like an informal conversation, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

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 The Robert Smyth Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 19
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1277 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Robert Smyth Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-robert-smyth-academy

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