Subject Lead - Geography

We recognise the importance of balancing work and home life. We consider flexible and family-friendly working opportunities wherever possible, including part-time, term-time and job-share arrangements. At Mulberry Academy Hastings we also design timetables to support staff wellbeing. All teachers receive a weekly PPA sessions scheduled as an afternoon, which can be worked remotely if teachers wish, supporting a healthy work life balance. Supporting your health and wellbeing Balancing everyday life with the requirements of work can create pressures for all of us. Work is a significant part of our lives and we are committed to creating a healthy and supportive working environment. All employees have free access to a 24-hour confidential counselling and wellbeing service, designed to support staff with a range of personal and professional challenges. Recognising that the autumn term is the longest and most demanding, we restructured our calendar to better support staff wellbeing with a two-week break in October. Further details about the role This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate Geography specialist with strong subject and curriculum knowledge to lead and develop the subject, inspire students, and make a significant impact within a supportive and ambitious school. You will join a highly collaborative department committed to delivering engaging, high-quality lessons and ensuring that all students develop strong subject understanding. Geography is a well-established and popular subject at the school, with a department committed to refining the curriculum and sharing effective teaching practices to support student progress. The successful candidate will lead the planning and delivery of high-quality Geography teaching, oversee assessment and progress tracking, and ensure all students are supported to achieve their full potential. Working closely with colleagues, you will contribute to the ongoing development and review of the Geography curriculum and help foster a culture of curiosity and high expectations. We are looking for someone who can engage learners of all abilities, and bring enthusiasm and energy to the classroom and subject team. The role also provides opportunities to contribute to the wider life of the school through enrichment activities, fieldwork and geography-related initiatives. The successful candidate will hold a relevant degree and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and will demonstrate a clear commitment to high-quality teaching and learning. You will be joining a school with a strong culture of collaboration, coaching, and professional development, where staff are supported to develop their practice to the highest level. Commitment to safeguarding

• A good honours degree in Geography or a related subject.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and eligibility to work in the UK.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice to continually improve teaching and learning., Experience of teaching young people in a school setting, with a proven ability to engage and inspire students of all abilities.
• Experience of planning, delivering, and assessing lessons across the Geography curriculum.
• Experience of contributing to subject leadership, curriculum development, or geography-related enrichment activities is desirable.
• Strong classroom management and the ability to create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
• An understanding of how to support students of different abilities to access learning and make progress.
• An awareness of the importance of assessment and feedback in supporting student progress.
• A commitment to developing effective strategies to raise achievement and support positive learning behaviours.
Knowledge and Skills
• Strong subject knowledge in Geography.
• An awareness of the National Curriculum and GCSE Geography requirements.
• A commitment to high expectations and inclusive teaching, ensuring all students can access the curriculum.
• The ability to motivate and engage students of all abilities, encouraging curiosity, scientific thinking, and active participation in Geography.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute positively to the department and wider school community.
• An understanding of the importance of positive behaviour management and strong classroom routines.
Personal Qualities
• A clear passion and drive to be an excellent teacher, inspiring and supporting young people to succeed.
• A genuine enthusiasm for Geography and education.
• An effective communicator who works positively with students, colleagues and parents.
• A commitment to high professional standards and continuous improvement.
• Resilience, enthusiasm and energy, with a willingness to learn and develop.
  
  We're proud of our people. At Mulberry Academy Hastings, we are building a culture where pupils, parents, teachers and staff work together in the service of our community. When you join our school, you will find a place where you belong and where your work truly makes a difference to the lives of young people.
Working in education is not always easy. We recognise the effort, creativity and commitment our staff bring every day. We value this deeply and show our appreciation by creating a culture where staff are supported to grow, develop and thrive. Providing talent development opportunities We want ambitious and talented people to join Mulberry Academy Hastings because they want to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people. Professional development is central to our culture. All teaching staff benefit from weekly professional development, and each year we dedicate a two-week professional development programme in October. During this time teachers deepen their practice and collaborate on improving teaching and learning, while colleagues in support roles have structured time designed specifically for their own professional development. We also build coaching into teachers' timetables, ensuring every teacher benefit from regular professional dialogue, reflection and support to continually develop their practice. As part of the Mulberry Schools Trust, staff benefit from Trust-wide expertise, strong collaboration, and opportunities to grow professionally. The East London Teaching School Hub further enhances this offer, delivering nationally recognised programmes and enabling staff to engage in and contribute to training across all career stages. Providing a good pension When you join the Mulberry Schools Trust, you will have access to an excellent pension scheme - either the Teachers' Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme, depending on your role. Offering flexible working