Teacher of Geography at The North Halifax Grammar School
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About this Role
Required from September 2026
1.0 FTE - Suitable for ECT
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The Academy is looking to appoint an energetic and well-qualified Geography graduate to join a strong department in the Humanities Faculty, in a highly academic school. The ideal candidate would be able to teach
across Key Stages 3 and 4, and teach KS5 either immediately or in the near future and would be keen to work at the highest level of secondary school Geography.
Successful applicants will be supported through their ECT process (if appropriate) with a dedicated mentor, in-school training and a supportive department to help them develop into a highly effective practitioner.
The candidate must be:
● An inspirational teacher.
● Driven in their relentless pursuit of the highest standards across the department.
● Highly organised and meticulous.
● Creative and imaginative.
All students study Geography in KS3 with a broad and balanced curriculum for understanding diverse landscapes and global development ,as well as preparation for further academic study. GCSE Geography is a
popular choice at KS4 with approximately half the year group choosing to take the course - AQA GCSE Geography. The learning journey continues at KS5 with AQA A level Geography.
A personnel specification for the role can be found attached.
Benefits
As an employee at NHGS you will be part of the West Yorkshire Pension Scheme (for associate staff) and Teachers Pension (for teaching staff) for which the Academy pays a substantial contribution into on your behalf for your retirement.
You will also receive an employee benefit as a member of Medicash who offer an Employee Assistance Programme and Health Cash Plan from the date your employment commences.
It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in Regulated Activity relevant to children.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of a satisfactory enhanced level DBS disclosure with a children’s barred list check, two satisfactory references and successful completion of vetting procedures.
In accordance with the statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), an online search will be conducted as part of due diligence on shortlisted candidates and a social media check will be required as a condition of employment.
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
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Contact Details
Chloe Beal
01422 244625
c.beal@nhgs.co.uk
The North Halifax Grammar School would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:
- What motivates you to pursue a career with NHGS specifically, and what our school appeals to you the most?
- We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. From your training and/ or experience, please give examples which demonstrate your knowledge and commitment to safeguarding and how you would ensure these vulnerable groups remain in a safe environment. Word limit: 200 words
- Your support statement - This part of your application is very important and will be used to decide if you meet the criteria to be shortlisted for interview. Refer to the information supplied in the job description and and tell us how your skills and experience match. Use examples where possible and provide the situation or task, your action(s) and the results. If you are applying for your first job, provide example of other relevant experience that will help us decide your suitability, e.g. gained through training, education, the community.
The North Halifax Grammar School
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