Geography Lead

Summary:

Geography Lead role opportunity with a school committed to knowledge-rich education.

About the School:

The school is dedicated to providing high-quality education and fostering a culture of scholarship, curiosity, and tenacity. It is focused on delivering exceptional learning outcomes for all students, regardless of background.

The Opportunity:

As the Geography Lead, you will play a pivotal role in shaping a rigorous, knowledge-rich curriculum across multiple schools. This is a unique opportunity to influence geography education at scale and contribute to a mission-driven institution committed to excellence and equity in learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and refine a rigorous, knowledge-rich geography curriculum for Years 7–13
• Develop high-quality teaching materials, assessments, and progression models
• Strengthen the subject expertise of teachers and leaders across all secondary academies
• Capture and share professional knowledge to improve trust-wide geography practice
• Drive improvements in teaching quality and student outcomes in geography
• Support Heads of Department to secure rapid improvements and subject excellence
• Model expert teaching and use your own high-quality practice to build professional knowledge
• Work with senior leaders to shape curriculum, teaching, and assessment policies

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Exceptional geography subject knowledge and a strong track record of securing excellent outcomes
• Skilled in curriculum design and able to articulate rigorous, coherent subject programmes
• Confident leader capable of influencing at scale and supporting others to grow
• Committed to tackling educational disadvantage and promoting equity in education
• Passionate advocate for geography as a high-status, intellectually demanding discipline

Preferred

• Experience in leading curriculum development across multiple schools or institutions
• Strong network within national subject associations or professional bodies
• Experience in teacher recruitment, development, and quality assurance
• Background in curriculum research or assessment design

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and collaboration with national experts
• Access to prestigious professional networks and resources
• Flexible working arrangements and support for career progression
• A values-driven culture that prioritizes excellence, equity, and student success