Teacher of Geography Maternity Cover

Meols Cop High School, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 6JS

20 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2027

• Closing date

  12 October 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  22 September 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (615)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subject: Geography
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term - 1 year - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: MPS 1 TO UPS 3

What skills and experience we're looking for

Teacher of Geography Meols Cop High School is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Teacher of Geography to join our successful and highly valued Geography department. This is an exciting opportunity for either an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher to become part of a team dedicated to delivering an engaging, ambitious and challenging curriculum that inspires students to think critically about the world they live in. Geography is a popular and successful subject within the school, led by a team of expert practitioners who share a passion for delivering high-quality lessons and achieving excellent outcomes for all students. Our curriculum is carefully designed to develop students' understanding of both the human and physical world while encouraging curiosity, enquiry and a lifelong interest in global issues. Key Stage 3 Our Key Stage 3 curriculum takes students on an exciting journey around the world, building geographical knowledge and essential enquiry skills. Students begin by exploring their place in the world, population change and diversity, before investigating the opportunities and challenges facing different regions of Africa. They develop practical geographical skills through fieldwork conducted around the school environment and deepen their understanding of dynamic physical landscapes through topics on coasts and rivers, and the processes that shape them. In Year 8, students explore the interconnected nature of our modern world through topics such as globalisation and development. They investigate the causes and impacts of climate change, study weather hazards, including more opportunities for fieldwork within the school grounds, and develop an understanding of the powerful tectonic processes that shape our planet. Year 9 broadens students' geographical horizons even further through engaging topics including dark tourism, extreme environments, global development and urbanisation. Students compare the growth and development of cities such as Liverpool and Mumbai, examining the challenges and opportunities created by rapid urban change. Key Stage 4 At Key Stage 4, students follow the Pearson Edexcel GCSE Geography A specification, building upon the strong foundations established at Key Stage 3. Through the study of contemporary geographical issues, students further develop their analytical, evaluative and fieldwork skills while gaining a deeper understanding of the complex interactions between people and environments. Fieldwork remains a central part of our curriculum, providing students with authentic opportunities to investigate geographical questions and apply their classroom learning in real-world contexts with trips to Liverpool, Wales and The Holderness Coast. Beyond the Classroom We believe geography should be experienced as well as studied. Students benefit from a range of enrichment opportunities including national and international visits, curriculum trips, revision sessions and extracurricular activities that enhance learning and foster a greater appreciation of the world around them. What We Offer A fully resourced curriculum from Years 7-11. High-quality booklet-based learning resources. A collaborative and supportive department committed to professional development. Enthusiastic students who enjoy geography and engage positively with learning. Opportunities to contribute to curriculum development and enrichment activities. A school community committed to helping all students thrive academically and personally. We Are Looking For Someone Who: Is passionate about Geography and committed to achieving the best outcomes for all students. Has high expectations and the ability to inspire a love of learning. Can deliver engaging, ambitious and challenging lessons. Values collaboration and contributes positively to departmental development. Is eager to support students both inside and outside the classroom. We look forward to hearing from you

What the school offers its staff

For employee benefits please see the job pack.

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.

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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

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About Meols Cop High School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 916 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Meols Cop High School website
• Email address: recruitment@meolscop.co.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/meols-cop-high-school-southport

Meols Cop High School is in the heart beat of Southport and plays an integral part within the local
community. We prioritise more than just academic achievement; we instil a profound sense of values and
ethics in all our students, as part of our school motto ‘Brokering Aspirations’. Anchored by its four
foundational pillars: Academic Excellence, Values Driven, Professional Standards, and Skills and
Experiences, Meols Cop fosters a holistic learning environment that prepares students for future success.
Meols Cop is a successful school at the heart of the local community. We are committed to providing
stimulating, challenging and engaging learning experiences for our students and invest heavily in
professional development as we believe ‘Teacher improvement is school improvement’. Meols Cop High
School will offer you extensive career development and bespoke CPD opportunities. Staff are specialists
in their areas with strong links to Maths Hubs work, STEM and Research school training programmes.
Moreover, we are keen to ensure the wellbeing of our staff, and our Workload Charter highlights our
commitment to this.

At Meols Cop we celebrate and support collaboration with local businesses, charities and community
groups within the local area, creating meaningful partnerships that benefit both our students and the
broader community. We believe that instilling values such as honesty, empathy, respect, and resilience is
essential for students to succeed not just academically but also in their personal and professional lives.
At Meols Cop we are committed to ensuring that our young people have the skills, qualifications and
characteristics to lead a successful life. We provide a curriculum that will challenge them academically,
that will allow them to develop as citizens of the world and to undertake experiences that will allow them
to explore passions and make informed choices about their futures. The successful candidate will take a
lead role in making this become a reality through developing a culture amongst our staff and students of
high expectations and high standards.

We would encourage you to look at our website, performance tables and OFSTED reports to ensure that
Meols Cop High School is a school that you feel would be suitable for your professional development.
Meols Cop High School is part of Southport Learning Trust and benefits of working within the Trust
include access to Merseyside Pension Fund, a cycle to work scheme and a private health and wellbeing
service. In addition, as part of Sefton’s admissions policy children of staff where the member of staff has
been employed at a school within the Southport Learning Trust for two or more years at the time at which
the admission application for the school is made, their children will be considered for a priority placement
at Meols Cop High School.

Meols Cop High school is a truly special place to work. Please don’t just take our
word for it - interested applicants are strongly encouraged to visit us, meet our
team and most importantly, get to know our incredible students. To organise a
tour ahead of application, please contact PA to the leadership team, Miss Sarah
Byrne on byrne-s@meolscop.co.uk

Arranging a visit to Meols Cop High School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@meolscop.co.uk.

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