Head of Department Geography

The Kemnal Academies Trust; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution in Portsmouth is seeking a passionate Head of Geography to inspire students and lead a dedicated team. This role offers the opportunity to shape a high-performing Geography curriculum and foster a love for the subject among students. The academy prides itself on a supportive and collaborative environment, where staff are empowered to lead and innovate. With a commitment to professional development and flexible working, this position is ideal for both new and experienced leaders. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to achieving outstanding educational outcomes for all students.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Wellbeing support

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Must be a Geography specialist with a passion for the subject.
• Strong moral purpose and commitment to student learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Geography specialists to secure the best outcomes.
• Design and implement engaging Geography curriculum.

Skills

Geography expertise

Communication skills

Leadership

Pedagogical knowledge

Education

Degree in Geography or related field

Teaching qualification (QTS)

Job description

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Miltoncross is an academy at the heart of its community that has very high aspirations for all of its staff and students.

We operate by the core values of Work Hard. Be Kind. No Excuses in order to foster a learning community where everybody values each other and everybody values the power of learning.

We offer a supportive and collegiate working environment where we all have the same goal - outstanding learning for children. We are now two years into building a fresh, optimistic and sustainable culture where staff and students are always fulfilled because they know that they are doing their best work for the right reasons.

Our systems and structures are designed to liberate staff and students, freeing us all up from the challenges of uncertainty and relentless workload which in turn enables creativity, excitement and essentially, it makes coming to school enjoyable for all!

To understand this better, do ask to read our Blueprint for Brilliance which outlines everything we do, why and how.

This could really help you make an informed decision about whether this is your next career move or not.

We think it should be! Staff and students enjoy their days in excellent modern buildings with superb facilities. We are located on the West of Portsmouth and access is easy from the M27 or A27.

Many staff commute easily from Southampton, Hampshire, Isle of Wight and West Sussex either by car or by public transport.

As The Head of Geography, you will lead a team of dedicated Geography specialists who are committed to securing the best outcome for students.

The curriculum is currently well designed, sequenced and is delivered through booklets with all resources already in place.

You will be supported to lead Geography to excellence by a subject specialist line manager and through our Strategic Leadership Group which you will be part of and which is designed to ensure that all leaders (senior, pastoral and subject) work collaboratively so that they are all empowered to lead their curriculum and their staff.

For this role, you must be a Geography specialist with a love of your subject and an ability to share that passion. This may be your first leadership post, or you may be experienced, either way, we will support you to ensure that geography is a very high performing subject when compared nationally.

You will be somebody who can enthuse students and staff and is always 'banging the drum' for geography and its importance in the curriculum.

You will be a superb teacher with high expectations of what children can and, under your leadership, will achieve.

You will be a good communicator, have a strong moral purpose and you'll need to be fully committed to our cause - outstanding learning through a strong knowledge-based curriculum supported by clear pedagogy, consistent routines and ultimately our students' high aspirations.

Working for TKAT: In return, as an employee of The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT), you will benefit from:

A wide variety of opportunities for professional development, including the potential to develop your career at more than one TKAT academy;

Opportunities to work flexibly, where possible;

Our support for your wellbeing at work;

The rewards of working to improve the life chances of our pupils.

We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic for example race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit. This includes applications from individuals wishing to work full time, part time or on a flexible basis.

About TKAT

The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We place a high value on collaboration; 'achieving more together', giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.

We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.

Safeguarding

TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.

Flexible working

TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.

Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging

At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.

Access to interview

Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.