Geography teaching roles in Cambridge and the surrounding area

Are you a geography teacher looking for your next role in Cambridge? Mana Education places geography teachers in community colleges, village colleges and academies across the city and the surrounding area.

Job Highlights

• Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, and surrounding areas
• Job type: Supply, long-term and permanent – immediate starts available
• Salary: Daily rate from the unqualified scale up to MPS or UPS, depending on experience
• Subjects: Geography and humanities
• Key stages: KS3 to KS5

We cover schools across Cambridge, including Chesterton, Arbury, King's Hedges, Cherry Hinton, Trumpington, Romsey, Newnham, Eddington and Marleigh, and the villages and new communities around the city, including Histon, Impington, Milton, Cottenham, Waterbeach, Northstowe, Cambourne, Comberton, Sawston, Linton and Bottisham.

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Why work with Mana Education?

• Local knowledge: Our team works with schools across Cambridge and the surrounding area, so we know the schools, the leadership teams and what they look for.
• Flexible work: Choose day-to-day supply, a long-term placement or a permanent role, and switch as your circumstances change.
• Paid weekly: Supply staff are paid weekly, and long-term assignments aim to pay to scale from day one.
• A named consultant: One point of contact who knows your subject specialism and preferred travel distance.
• Trusted across the region: Mana Education is an approved supplier on the Government Commercial Agency (GCA) framework RM6376 and works with over 600 schools, including Meridian Trust, Anglian Learning, Brooke Weston Trust, Thomas Deacon Education Trust, Peterborough Diocese Education Trust and Keys Academy Trust.

What can a geography teacher expect in Cambridge?

Cambridge is a gift for fieldwork. The Fens begin just north of the city, Wicken Fen is one of Europe's most important wetlands, and the River Cam gives easy river studies. Rapid growth at Eddington, Northstowe and Cambourne makes urban change and housing very real topics for students.

Questions about water supply, flooding, farming and the cost of living are live debates locally, which helps GCSE and A level geography feel relevant. The Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences is also popular for rocks, fossils and physical geography.

Geography departments range from small teams in 11–16 city schools to large departments in the village colleges with sixth forms. Teachers who can also cover history or RE at KS3 are often in demand.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and teach geography lessons across KS3 and KS4, and A level where needed
• Teach physical and human geography using maps, data and case studies
• Plan and lead fieldwork safely
• Support A level independent investigations (NEA)
• Use local examples to bring topics to life
• Work with the humanities team on curriculum and assessment

Who we're looking for

• Qualified teachers (QTS or QTLS) with a geography specialism
• Early Career Teachers (ECTs) looking for their first post or induction placement
• Experienced teachers returning to the profession or looking for flexible supply work
• Overseas-trained teachers with the right to work in the UK
• History or RE teachers confident teaching geography at KS3

Frequently asked questions

Is there fieldwork in Cambridge geography jobs?
Yes. Most schools run GCSE and A level fieldwork locally, often on the River Cam, in the Fens or in the city centre.

Can I teach A level in Cambridge?
Yes. Chesterton, Netherhall and the village colleges at Impington, Comberton and Cambourne have sixth forms, and we also place teachers in Cambridge's sixth form colleges.

How quickly can I start?
Once your registration and safeguarding checks are complete, many teachers start within days.

How to Apply

Ready to find out more? Click ‘Apply Now’ or click on the chat icon at the bottom of the screen to connect with our Cambridge Consultant at Mana Education, who will guide you through the application process.

For further information, contact us directly:
Phone: 01223 660046 or freephone 0800 0 255 144
Email: ed@manaeducation.co.uk

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Our Commitment to Quality and Safeguarding

Mana Education is REC Education-audited and authorised by the Government Commercial Agency (GCA). We pride ourselves on fair pay and strict compliance, ensuring safe, rewarding placements for both teachers and students.

Safeguarding

Mana Education is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable individuals. All teaching assignments go through a comprehensive vetting process, including Enhanced DBS Checks, List 99 checks, Overseas Police Checks (where applicable), and Professional References.

Diversity and Inclusion

As an equal opportunity employer, Mana Education is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe a commitment to diversity strengthens our organisation and the schools we serve.