Teacher of Geography

Dyke House Sports and Technology College, Hartlepool, TS24 8NQ

6 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  17 May 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  11 May 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
• Subject: Geography
• Working pattern: Full time: Teacher hours, Monday to Friday, 32.5 hours
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS1 – UPS3 (£32,916 - £51,048 FTE)

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you a passionate geographer dedicated to inspiring the next generation? Dyke House Academy, part of the Northern Education Trust (NET), is seeking an exceptional Teacher of Geography to join our team. We are looking for a practitioner who can set high expectations that motivate and challenge pupils of all backgrounds and abilities.

At NET, we expect all teachers to demonstrate practice consistent with the National Teaching Standards, serving as professional role models who promote the academy's image through their conduct and dedication.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will be accountable for pupil attainment and progress while fostering a safe and stimulating learning environment. Your core duties will include:

• Curriculum & Knowledge:Demonstrating secure subject knowledge to foster interest in Geography and promote the value of scholarship.
• Planning & Delivery:Imparting knowledge through well-structured lessons that promote intellectual curiosity and a love of learning.
• Adaptive Teaching:Differentiating instruction to support all pupils, including those with SEND, high ability, or English as an additional language.
• Assessment:Using formative and summative data to monitor progress, set targets, and provide regular, accurate feedback to pupils.
• Behaviour Management:Establishing clear routines and high expectations for behavior in accordance with the Academy’s policy.

The Candidate

We are looking for a specialist who:

• HoldsQualified Teacher Status (QTS)and maintains high standards of ethics and personal conduct.
• Possesses a critical understanding of developments within the Geography curriculum.
• Demonstrates a commitment to promoting high standards of literacy and articulacy.
• Can develop effective professional relationships with colleagues and communicate successfully with parents regarding pupil well-being.

Why Join Northern Education Trust?

As your career progresses with NET, you will be supported in extending the depth and breadth of your professional knowledge and skills. We offer a collaborative environment where teachers are encouraged to reflect systematically on their effectiveness and contribute to an engaging curriculum.

What the school offers its staff

Northern Education Trust offers:

• The opportunity to work and progress across the family of schools, should you wish in the future;
• The chance to apply for leadership roles in the Deeps structure taking on a whole school leadership project;
• The support and expertise of Director of Subjects.
• A full and detailed programme of support and development for all;
• A further comprehensive programme of professional development, including leadership, provided through the NET Staff College.

Employee benefits

• Free flu vaccinations
• Free onsite parking
• High quality continuous professional development
• Occupational sick pay, maternity and paternity pay
• Employee Assistance Programme

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Dyke House Sports and Technology College

• School type: Academies, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1294 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Dyke House Sports and Technology College website
• Email address: a.thompson1@northerneducationtrust.org
• Phone number: 01429 266377
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/dyke-house-sports-and-technology-college-hartlepool

Arranging a visit to Dyke House Sports and Technology College

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email a.thompson1@northerneducationtrust.org.

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