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Geography Teacher - Secondary School | January 2026 Start
Location: Taunton, Somerset
Contract: Full-time, Temporary (1 Term)
Salary: MPS/UPS (Dependent on Experience)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and skilled Geography Teacher to join a thriving secondary school in Taunton, part of a highly regarded and forward-thinking Multi-Academy Trust. This is a one-term role with the potential to make a real impact in a school that is widely recognised as an exceptional place to work and grow.
Why This School Stands Out
- A positive, inclusive culture where staff feel valued and supported
- Outstanding leadership that prioritises wellbeing, collaboration, and professional development
- A well-resourced Humanities department with a strong track record of student success
- A commitment to innovation in teaching and learning, with space to be creative
- Located in the vibrant town of Taunton, with excellent transport links and a strong sense of community
About the Role
You'll be joining a dedicated team of educators who are passionate about Geography and committed to helping students understand the world around them. The department is known for its engaging curriculum, cross-curricular projects, and strong student outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Teach Geography across Key Stages 3 and 4
- Deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that inspire curiosity and critical thinking
- Support students in developing geographical knowledge and skills
- Contribute to curriculum planning and enrichment activities
- Maintain high standards of behaviour and academic progress
- Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment
What We're Looking For
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
- Strong subject knowledge in Geography
- Experience teaching up to GCSE level
- Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
- A passion for education and student development
- A commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice
Why Work with Monarch Education?
Monarch Education is a trusted recruitment partner in the education sector. We offer:
- Access to a wide range of teaching opportunities
- Dedicated support from experienced consultants
- Competitive pay rates
- Opportunities for professional development
Monarch Education are proud to be a leading recruitment specialist in the Education industry. We are passionate about our people and the services we provide to our candidates. Working with Monarch Education will give you access too:
- Flexible working opportunities
- Affinity Academy - continuous learning and development!
- A Refer a Friend Scheme giving you a bonus of up to 200
- Exclusive vacancies within local Schools and Multi Academy Trusts
- Competitive daily rates
To learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide - please visit our website - About Us - Monarch ((url removed))
Monarch Education are committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates and welcomes applications regardless of sex, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, religion and belief pregnancy and maternity or disability as well as adhering to strict Safeguarding procedures.
Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share these commitments. As this role involves working with children on a daily basis, regulated activity is that any successful applicant's applications will, accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to 2 employment references, an enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK check.
This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Monarch Education operate in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and eligible to work in the UK. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, due to the high volume of applications we regret that this cannot always be possible. If you have not had notification from us within 30 days please take your application as not being successful this time but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities.
