Teacher of Geography

Lichfield Cathedral School is a flourishing co-educational independent school in Staffordshire for ages 2½ to 18. Our school community is based on core values of learning, faith, leadership and service, whose purpose is to educate and inspire young people to become confident, enthusiastic and responsible members of society.

Set in the historic Cathedral Close, we draw upon our substantial heritage to provide an exceptional education. We work hard to provide an imaginative and challenging curriculum that focuses on academic excellence, music, the creative and performing arts, sports and service to the community. We are proud to have created a happy and supportive environment nurturing the talents that each child has within.

Teacher of Geography

Part time 0.6FTE

September 2025

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and inspirational person to join our strong and dedicated team, working in the beautiful and historic surroundings of the Cathedral Close. The successful candidate will teach Geography to highly motivated pupils from Years 7 to 13. The capacity to offer BTEC Travel and Tourism may be an advantage.

We have high expectations of our students, and teach the subject in a lively and stimulating way that encourages them to develop a love for the subject. A wide variety of approaches and teaching methods are used to develop students’ key geographical knowledge, skills and their independence as learners.

The Department contributes strongly to the school’s extra-curricular programme, also running a wide range of field trips and the successful candidate will be expected to participate in their organisation and leadership, depending upon experience. The most recent residential fieldtrips have been to Iceland, The Azores, Mid and North Wales. Day visits have been organised to a wide variety of UK locations. Additionally, students are given the opportunity to engage with high profile speakers on a wide range of topics through the local branch of the Geographical Association.

As the successful candidate you would join a very well-respected department that achieves excellent value-added results at both GCSE and A level. Suitable candidates will have excellent academic qualifications and an enthusiastic teaching style. Your passion for Geography will be self-evident, and you will have the ability to build, develop and maintain strong and positive relationships with all students, parents and colleagues alike.

All applications should include a letter of support and full contact details of at least two referees (including email addresses). Any gaps in career history need to be clarified on the application form, and any relevant details be given.

The closing date for applications is Thursday 1st May at 12 noon. Interviews will be held week commencing 5th May.

Lichfield Cathedral School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all applicants will be subject to DBS disclosure in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice.

Registered Charity No. 1137481 Company No. 07302696