Teacher of Geography

# Teacher of GeographyEmployer: Patchway Community SchoolLocation: Bristol, South GloucestershireContract Type: PermanentHours: Full Time, Part TimeSalary: MPS – UPSPosted: 23rd June 2026Expires: 7th July 2026 09:00 AMStart Date: 1st September 2026Job ID: 1562000Suitable for: ECT (NQT) Graduates* Share : LinkedIn Facebook X WhatsApp Email* Print**Patchway Community School****Teacher of Geography (0.5)****Part Time (0.5), Permanent****Pay Scale: MPS/UPS****Full Time hours may be available for applicants willing to work as a Cover Supervisor on a support staff contract for the extra 0.5 FTE.**We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, talented and highly motivated Teacher of Geography to join our successful Humanities team on a 0.5 FTE basis.This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate teacher to inspire students and develop their understanding of the world around them. The successful candidate will deliver engaging and challenging Geography lessons, promote high standards of achievement, and contribute positively to the wider life of the school.**We are looking for a teacher who:**• Is a qualified teacher with strong subject knowledge in Geography.• Has the ability to motivate and engage students of all abilities.• Is committed to achieving excellent outcomes for young people.• Has high expectations of student achievement, behaviour and participation.• Works effectively as part of a collaborative and supportive team.• Is reflective, innovative and committed to continuous professional development.**We can offer:**• Friendly, enthusiastic and well-behaved students.• A supportive and dedicated Humanities department.• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.• A welcoming and inclusive school community.• A commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance.Applications are welcomed from experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).Further information including a full job description can be found in the attached application pack.**Our Philosophy as an Employer**Our overarching aim and vision is for our schools to deliver an exceptional education for children and young people, ensuring that students have access to the highest standards of teaching, resources and learning opportunities.We are ambitious for our academies. We live in a demanding educational landscape that brings with it challenges, but also opportunities. We are excited by the opportunities for talented and inspirational educators to make an impact and create a powerful legacy.We seek applicants for our roles who can align with our vision and have the talent, drive and determination to deliver that vision successfully. We support all our schools with our leadership and management, school improvement, legal, financial, administrative, admissions, marketing, premises, safeguarding and HR expertise.We think our roles are tremendously exciting ones to perform supported by the expert Olympus team. We are inspired by our academies’ journey and consider it a great privilege to design and develop a 21st century school education. We will be very interested to hear your ideas and aspirations too. We are looking for staff who will deliver an exceptional education for the young people in our care.**Benefits**• Pension Scheme• Flexible and Family Friendly policies• Annual pay progression opportunities• Cycle to Work Scheme• Corporate membership of Bristol Zoo Project at reduced rates• Free onsite parking• Coaching/Counselling services• Termly and annual staff recognition and awards scheme• Employee Assistance Programme**Closing date: 9am, Tuesday 7th July 2026****Date of Interviews: TBC***The Olympus Academy Trust – Patchway Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants will be required to undergo security and vetting processes appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure & Barring Service. We have a suite of safeguarding procedures, policies and guidance for all of our staff and volunteers to ensure we actively promote children and young people’s welfare and safety. Moreover, as part of the safer recruitment process we will carry out online searches as part of the recruitment process. Details of online accounts will be requested at application stage.**We apply Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at all stages of recruitment and selection. We carry out shortlisting, interviewing and selection without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Those with disabilities meeting the minimum requirements for the post will be shortlisted and will make reasonable adjustments to ensure they are not disadvantaged during the interview process. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, as they are under-represented within the Trust.**We offer the opportunity of flexible working patterns where possible to assist with a work/life balance and welcome applications from people wishing to work on a part-time or job share basis for all roles including full time. We are happy to discuss flexible working from day one.****Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Applications****We recognise that candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools when preparing their application. The Trust does not prohibit the use of AI; however, any use must be appropriate and must not undermine the principles of **safer recruitment**, as set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education (Part 3). Applications must be an honest and accurate reflection of your own experience, skills, values, and suitability to work with children and young people.**Our recruitment processes are designed to assess personal suitability, integrity, and safeguarding understanding. Any inconsistencies between application information, references, and interview responses may be explored further. Providing misleading or misrepresented information may result in an application being withdrawn or an offer of employment being rescinded.*#J-18808-Ljbffr…