Lipson Co-operative Academy · Plymouth, South West
We are seeking a committed and
resilient teacher of geography to join our team and make a real difference to
the lives of young people in our community.
Are you ‘hungry, humble and smart’?
Do you have the determination to build strong relationships, set high
expectations, and ensure every student succeeds -no matter their starting
point?
Lipson Co-operative Academy is a
vibrant, community-focused school guided by our P.E.R.K. values- Prepared,
Engaged, Respectful, Kind. We serve a diverse and often disadvantaged
community, and we are proud of the inclusive, supportive environment we provide
for both students and staff.
Our geography department is welcoming,
supportive and ambitious. We work as a team, with egos left at the door, and a
shared commitment to improving outcomes for all students.
At Lipson, staff feel valued and
supported, while also being challenged to continually improve through a
region-leading coaching programme.
“100% of staff would recommend Lipson as a good place to work” – Edurio
staff survey, December 2025
You’ll need to share our passion for improving
the life chances of the children in our community and willing to contribute to enrichment activities. You will need to be relentless, positive and kind, and
prepared to teach ‘The Lipson Way’.
Enough about what we think, click here to hear what our staff think about working at Lipson!
We are looking for someone who:
Has strong behaviour management and high
expectations
Builds positive relationships with
students quickly
Is resilient, consistent, and
solution-focused
Is committed to improving life chances
for young people
Is willing to contribute to the wider
life of the school