Lead Practitioner – Geography, CLARUS EDUCATION

Guardian Jobs; Ilford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a passionate Lead Practitioner in Geography to elevate teaching standards and foster student success. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with a dedicated team, focusing on raising attainment and developing future educators. With a commitment to inclusivity and community engagement, the school aims to prepare students for their next educational journey. If you're an inspiring educator ready to make a significant impact in Geography, this position is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Proven teaching excellence in Geography with a focus on student progress.
• Ability to collaborate and support colleagues in delivering lessons.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and support a team of Geography teachers to improve teaching standards.
• Model best practices and help close attainment gaps among students.

Skills

Geography Teaching

Curriculum Development

Mentoring

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Lead Practitioner – Geography

Job role: Lead Practitioner – Geography

Subject: Geography

Full Time, Permanent

Pay scale: MPS/UPS + Outer London weighting + TLR1

Start date: September 2025

Skills and experience required

We seek a dedicated professional focused on raising attainment in Geography by collaborating with teachers and leaders across the organization. You will support colleagues to deliver high-quality lessons and be flexible to step in when necessary. This role offers a unique opportunity for career development towards headship.

As a Lead Practitioner, you will join a large, experienced team. The department will provide training and development for trainee teachers and ECTs, investing in the future of the department and academy. With senior leaders present, you can rely on the expertise of established practitioners to help develop and implement the curriculum effectively. This is an excellent opportunity for an effective practitioner to contribute to improving teaching standards and student learning outcomes in Geography.

What the school offers

Our vision is that all students, regardless of background, leave as kind, resilient, and independent learners, prepared for the next stage in their education and life. We aim for our school to be highly inclusive, reflecting the diverse community we serve, and to foster strong connections with the local area.

Further details

We are looking for an outstanding practitioner with proven teaching excellence to join our Academy Improvement Team as Lead Practitioner of Geography from January 2024. You will inspire and support our team, model best practices, and help improve teaching to raise achievement and close attainment gaps. Applications from passionate Geography teachers committed to student progress are warmly welcomed.

Note: We are unable to offer sponsorship at this time. All applicants must hold Qualified Teacher Status awarded by the British Department of Education.

To apply, please send your CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 48 hours for an interview.

Safeguarding: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff share this commitment. The successful candidate will have safeguarding responsibilities and undergo enhanced DBS clearance. This role is subject to references and is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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