Job description
Job Title: Geography Teacher (Maternity Cover)
Location: Grantham
Salary: Paid to scale
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Maternity Cover
GSL Education is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Geography Teacher to provide maternity cover at a secondary school in Grantham. This is an excellent opportunity for a Geography specialist who enjoys delivering engaging lessons and supporting students’ academic progress.
The role will involve teaching Geography across KS3 and KS4, with the potential to teach KS5 depending on experience. You will be joining a supportive department and a welcoming school environment.
Role Responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality Geography lessons in line with the national curriculum
- Plan, prepare, and adapt lessons to meet diverse learning needs
- Assess and monitor student progress, providing clear feedback
- Maintain effective classroom behaviour and positive learning environments
- Work collaboratively with the Humanities department and wider staff team
- Fulfil all professional responsibilities during the maternity cover period
Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
- Specialism in Geography
- Experience teaching Geography at KS3 and KS4 (KS5 desirable)
- Strong classroom management and organisational skills
- A positive, flexible, and professional approach
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply
Why Join GSL Education?
- Competitive pay, paid to scale
- Opportunity to work in a supportive and well-regarded school
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
- Valuable experience with the potential for future opportunities
Please keep in mind that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
GSL Education offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.
To register your interest in the Geography Teacher (Maternity Cover) role in Grantham, click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV. One of our friendly consultants will be in touch soon.