Saint John Henry Newman Catholic College is a large, vibrant Catholic secondary school. Guided by our mission statement and rooted in the teachings of the Catholic Church, we are committed to the spiritual, moral, social and academic development of every pupil.
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Teacher of Geography who will contribute positively to the Catholic life and mission of the school.
The Role
The successful candidate will:
- Teach Geography across Key Stages 3/4
- Play an active role in the Catholic life of the school, supporting liturgy, prayer and the wider mission of Catholic education
- Inspire pupils to think critically, reflect deeply and engage respectfully with faith, ethics and contemporary issues
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a teacher who:
- Is a practising Catholic, or fully supportive of the Catholic ethos of the school
- Has a strong subject knowledge and a passion for Geography
- Is an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations of all pupils
- Is committed to professional development and collaborative working
- Is able to build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents
ECTs and experienced teachers are welcome to apply.
We Offer
- State-of-the-art facilities, including fully fitted IT equipment in every classroom
- A dedicated reprographics room and an in-house IT support team
- A funded Employee Assistance Programme and a strong commitment to staff wellbeing
- A supportive and collaborative staff team, dedicated to developing the very best teaching and learning practice
- Enthusiastic pupils and a school culture built on care, respect and aspiration
Newman Catholic College information
Saint John Henry Newman Catholic College is an inclusive 11-16 voluntary academy and is part of the Emmaus Catholic Academy Trust, located in Oldham, ten minutes from Manchester city centre and the breath-taking Pennines. The school is situated in a modern building with state-of-the-art facilities and enjoys excellent transport links. We are blessed to represent a ‘close-knit’, diverse and talented Catholic community that sees relationships with students and their families as integral to the success of every individual, as well as the belief that there are no limits to a child’s potential, irrespective of background.
You must be fully committed to the college vision of “Dignity and Excellence” by upholding the college’s Catholic ethos and the fundamental belief that students must achieve their full learning potential.
Closing Date: 21st October 2026
if you would like to know more, we would be delighted to welcome you to visit our school prior to application. Please contact Victoria Marlor on 0161 785 8858 or by emailing newmanhr@newmanrc.oldham.sch.uk
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