Teacher of Geography
Ralph Thoresby School, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS16 7RXThis job expired on 25 March 2026 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
25 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
27 February 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
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Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- Geography
Working pattern
- Full time: Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £32,916 - £51,048
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Teacher of Geography at this successful and secondary school in north Leeds, recently graded 'Good' by Ofsted.
The successful candidate will have high aspirations for all students and will share our commitment to further raising achievement across the 11-18 age range.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic, conscientious and passionate Geography teacher who would like to join a close-knit department team, with a record of improving and developing individuals through a supportive approach. The successful candidate would be able to take part in and add to the variety of ECAs and trips offered already within the department - such as visits to the East Yorkshire Coast, Malham and the Yorkshire Dales. The successful candidate will be joining the department at an exciting time, and would be expected to build upon and assist in the development and teaching of a new curriculum that engages and excites young people in their classroom.
What the school offers its staff
Ralph Thoresby is a good and improving comprehensive
school serving a vibrant local community. 'Pupils take pride in their work'
'This is a school where staff and pupils celebrate diversity and promote
values, mutual respect and care for others' (Ofsted)
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post requires Enhanced Disclosure (DBS).
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Ralph Thoresby School
- Organisation type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 987 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- recruitment@ralphthoresby.com
- Phone number
- 0113 397 9911
The school is a mixed community school with over 1,000 students on role. Approximately 30% of our students come from ethnic minority backgrounds and we have a resource provision for physically impaired students which really adds to the positive and harmonious atmosphere around school. Our superb, modern school building further enhances the atmosphere and supports students’ learning. ‘This is a school where staff and pupils celebrate diversity and promote values of tolerance, mutual respect, and care for others’ (Ofsted).
Arranging a visit to Ralph Thoresby School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@ralphthoresby.com.
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