Coordinator of Learning - Geography

LeighAcademiesTrust; Dartford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

London Fringe allowance

TLR

Virtual GP service

Job summary

Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy is seeking a Coordinator of Learning - Geography to join from September 2027. You will lead and inspire a supportive team, raising student achievement in Geography and promoting inclusive progress for all learners.

The role offers MPS/UPS based on experience, plus a London Fringe allowance and a Teaching and Learning Responsibility (TLR). This is a full-time, permanent position within Leigh Academies Trust.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Geography to KS4/KS5 in a secondary context.
• Proven leadership and ability to develop staff and improve outcomes.
• Commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Geography department across KS4 and KS5 to raise attainment.
• Inspire and develop teaching practice through coaching and collaboration.
• Lead co-curricular activities related to Geography and wider curriculum.

Skills

Geography expertise

Leadership

KS4/KS5 teaching

Collaborative

Safeguarding

Job description

MPS/UPS (London Fringe) + TLR + Teacher Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits.

We are seeking to appoint a Coordinator of Learning - Geography, joining us from September 2027. You will help to inspire our committed and supportive team across the academy, modelling and leading the improvement of teaching skills to raise student achievement in all groups and to narrow any gaps in attainment. We warmly welcome applications from experienced teachers who are passionate and dedicated to enabling students to make excellent progress.

Achievement for all students regardless of background is our key objective. We offer stimulating learning environments where effective teaching and learning are underpinned by high-quality interpersonal relationships. If you are ambitious for yourself and the learners you serve, then you are the person we need.

We’d like to hear from candidates who are:

• An excellent leader, passionate about learning and has strong subject knowledge within the Geography curriculum area, with the ability to teach KS4 and KS5.
• Collaborative, able to build strong professional relationships.
• Able to motivate and inspire students and staff to achieve their full potential.
• Energetic and have a can-do attitude.
• Confident and has strong career aspirations.
• Committed to safeguarding and the happiness and well-being of everyone at the school.
• Prepared to be involved in leading co-curricular activities either within or outside of their teaching subject.

This is a full-time, permanent role offering MPS/UPS based on experience + London Fringe allowance + TLR.

Working with us at Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy

Welcome to Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy, where our small school model ensures every student receives the personal support and challenge they need to succeed. As the flagship academy of Leigh Academies Trust, our inspirational building features modern technology and excellent facilities, creating an ideal environment for learning. We're proud to be an IB World School, offering the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme to students in Years 7-9, as well as the International Baccalaureate Careers Pathway, A-Levels, and BTECs in Key Stage 5. Our commitment to student well-being is demonstrated by our status as the first school in the UK to be awarded The Healthy Minds School kite mark, reflecting our dedication to the personal development of both students and staff.

Our motto, "Opening minds to Success," guides our mission to foster a community where students are happy, resilient, and prepared for their futures, both academically and socially. We work in close partnership with parents and carers to ensure all students are given every opportunity to thrive. Our dedicated leadership team is committed to making Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy a great place to work, supporting staff at every stage of their careers with access to NPQ courses and other professional development opportunities.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity

Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about it on our Careers site. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.