Lead Geography Practitioner & School Improvement Coach

Astrea Academy Dearne; Goldthorpe; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrea Academy Dearne in Barnsley is inviting applications for a Lead Practitioner of Geography. The post blends outstanding teaching with leadership, aiming to raise standards, develop colleagues and drive whole-school improvement across geography.

We seek an exceptional geography teacher with leadership potential who is passionate about knowledge-rich teaching, collaboration and mentoring. Join a supportive Trust with strong CPD and clear progression pathways.

Qualifications

• An outstanding Geography teacher with a proven track record of securing excellent outcomes.
• An aspiring or established middle leader who can motivate and influence others.
• A practitioner who is passionate about improving teaching and learning beyond their own classroom.
• Someone who shares Astrea's vision of educational excellence and transformational school improvement.
• A strong advocate for high expectations and academic success for all scholars.
• A colleague who believes every child can achieve, regardless of background, prior attainment or need.
• An effective communicator with the ability to build strong professional relationships.
• A reflective professional committed to continual growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Lead excellence in Geography teaching and learning across the academy.
• Model outstanding classroom practice and support colleagues to continually improve their teaching.
• Drive high standards of achievement and progress for all scholars.
• Support curriculum development to ensure a rigorous, knowledge-rich Geography offer.
• Coach and develop colleagues through collaboration, mentoring and instructional coaching.
• Use assessment and achievement data to identify priorities and implement effective improvement strategies.
• Promote high expectations for behaviour, participation and academic success.
• Contribute to wider academy improvement initiatives and the development of teaching practice across the school.

Job description

Astrea Academy Dearne in Barnsley is inviting applications for a Lead Practitioner of Geography. The post blends outstanding teaching with leadership, aiming to raise standards, develop colleagues and drive whole-school improvement across geography.

We seek an exceptional geography teacher with leadership potential who is passionate about knowledge-rich teaching, collaboration and mentoring. Join a supportive Trust with strong CPD and clear progression pathways.