The Role
As a Geography Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and appropriately challenging lessons within a secondary school Humanities department.
- Planning and delivering high-quality Geography lessons
- Teaching physical and human Geography, including geographical processes and contemporary global issues
- Developing pupils' geographical knowledge, analytical skills and understanding
- Supporting geographical enquiry, data interpretation and map skills
- Assessing pupil progress and providing constructive feedback
- Differentiating lessons to meet a range of learning needs
- Preparing pupils for relevant assessments and examinations
- Maintaining positive classroom behaviour and a productive learning environment
- Working collaboratively with departmental colleagues
The Ideal Geography Teacher: We are particularly interested in candidates who:
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
- Have strong subject knowledge in Geography
- Are confident delivering Geography within a secondary school setting
- Have effective classroom and behaviour management skills
- Can plan engaging lessons that develop pupils' geographical understanding
- Understand the importance of assessment and constructive feedback
- Can adapt teaching to meet different learning needs
- Demonstrate high expectations of pupil achievement and progress
- Build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues
- Are available to work full-time from January until July 2027
Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?
As a Geography Teacher working through Tradewind Recruitment, you'll benefit from:
- Competitive daily rates of £174.71-£240.70, dependent on experience
- Weekly pay
- A genuine long-term teaching opportunity until July 2027
- A dedicated education recruitment consultant
- Free professional development through The National College
- Support throughout the recruitment and interview process
- Access to further teaching opportunities across Wigan and surrounding areas
- Ongoing support during your placement
About the Opportunity
This position is based at a secondary school within the Wigan area, with the assignment scheduled to begin in January 2027 and continue until the end of the academic year.
The opportunity would suit a Geography Teacher seeking the stability of a long-term placement, allowing them to establish classroom routines, build positive relationships with pupils and support their progress throughout the spring and summer terms.
Safeguarding and Eligibility
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to commute to the Wigan area.
QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification is required. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Apply Today
If you're a Geography Teacher looking for a full-time teaching opportunity in Wigan from January 2027, we'd be keen to hear from you.