Curriculum Lead Geography

Hours: Full time

Salary: MPS + TLR 2d

Manor School is a dynamic and forward-thinking secondary school committed to providing an exceptional education to our diverse student body. We pride ourselves on a culture of academic excellence, innovation, and inclusivity. Our dedicated team of educators are passionate about equipping students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in a rapidly changing world.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a passionate and innovative Curriculum Lead for Geography to join our dynamic team of educators. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing an engaging and rigorous geography curriculum that inspires curiosity, promoting critical thinking, and prepares students for success both within and beyond the classroom.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive and cohesive geography curriculum, ensuring alignment with national standards and the school's educational goals.


• Collaborate with colleagues to design engaging schemes of work, lesson plans, and resources that cater to the diverse needs and abilities of students.


• Provide guidance and support to geography teachers, offering coaching, feedback, and professional development opportunities to enhance their practice.


• Monitor and evaluate the delivery of the geography curriculum, identifying areas for improvement and implementing strategies for enhancement.


• Lead the assessment and tracking of student progress in geography, using data to inform instructional decisions and interventions as necessary.


• Stay abreast of developments in geography education, incorporating new pedagogical approaches, technologies, and resources into the curriculum.


• Foster positive relationships with students, parents, and the wider community, promoting the value of geography education and the importance of geographical literacy.


Qualifications:

• Degree in geography Education or a related field.


• Strong knowledge of current geography curriculum standards and best practices in geography education.


• Previous leadership experience in an educational setting, preferably as a department head or in a similar leadership role.


• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.


• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, and other stakeholders.


• Passion for geography education and a commitment to inspiring students in the field.


• Alignment with the mission and values of Manor School.


Benefits:

• Access to retail discounts, technology schemes and dental schemes.


• Access to Cycle to Work


• 24/7 access to a free Employee Assistance Programme to provide confidential advice and guidance on any personal and/or work-related matter.


• Free Mindfulness training with a qualified and experienced professional


• An open and collaborative working environment, not just within your academy but also across the Trust where innovation is encouraged.


• Discounted gym membership


• Commitment to exploring ways to reduce email traffic and confine email replies to office hours - while recognising our employee's preferences for when they work


• Commitment to continuously review workload issues and explore options for simpler, less onerous methods and processes.


The Nene Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, students, and volunteers to share this commitment. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence process.

Any offer of employment will be subject to DBS and Right to Work checks.

We look forward to your response.

The Trust will endeavour to make any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job and the working environment to enable access to employment opportunities for disabled job applicants or continued employment for any employee who develops a disabling condition.


• Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert before the closing date stated
  
  Degree in geography Education or a related field.


• Strong knowledge of current geography curriculum standards and best practices in geography education.


• Previous leadership experience in an educational setting, preferably as a department head or in a similar leadership role.


• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.


• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, and other stakeholders.


• Passion for geography education and a commitment to inspiring students in the field.


• Alignment with the mission and values of Manor School.
  
  Manor School is a dynamic and forward-thinking secondary school committed to providing an exceptional education to our diverse student body. We pride ourselves on a culture of academic excellence, innovation, and inclusivity. Our dedicated team of educators are passionate about equipping students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in a rapidly changing world.
  
  Access to retail discounts, technology schemes and dental schemes.


• Access to Cycle to Work


• 24/7 access to a free Employee Assistance Programme to provide confidential advice and guidance on any personal and/or work-related matter.


• Free Mindfulness training with a qualified and experienced professional


• An open and collaborative working environment, not just within your academy but also across the Trust where innovation is encouraged.


• Discounted gym membership


• Commitment to exploring ways to reduce email traffic and confine email replies to office hours - while recognising our employee's preferences for when they work


• Commitment to continuously review workload issues and explore options for simpler, less onerous methods and processes.


The Nene Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, students, and volunteers to share this commitment. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence process.

Any offer of employment will be subject to DBS and Right to Work checks.

We look forward to your response.

The Trust will endeavour to make any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job and the working environment to enable access to employment opportunities for disabled job applicants or continued employment for any employee who develops a disabling condition.


• Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert before the closing date stated