Curriculum Lead of Geography
Kingsway Park High School, Rochdale
- Salary
- School Support pay spine, Scale Point MPS/UPS + TLR2B
- Hours
- full-time
- Closes
- 19 October 2026
- Posted
- 13 October 2026
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From the advert
Curriculum Lead - Geography
Inspire curiosity. Shape the curriculum. Lead the way.
Location: Kingsway Park High School, Rochdale
Salary: Main/Upper Teacher Pay Scale + TLR2B
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Start Date: January 2027
Great Geography teaching helps young people make sense of the world. Great Geography leadership inspires them to explore it.
At Kingsway Park High School, we're looking for an exceptional Geography teacher with the passion, ambition and vision to lead our Geography curriculum and inspire the next generation of curious, informed and confident young people.
This is more than an opportunity to lead a subject. It's a chance to shape how students experience Geography, develop an ambitious and engaging curriculum, and help young people understand the people, places and environments that make our world so fascinating.
Whether you're an experienced subject leader looking for a fresh challenge or an excellent classroom teacher ready to take your next step into leadership, we'd love to hear from you.
The opportunity
As our Curriculum Lead of Geography, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Shape and develop an ambitious, engaging and well-sequenced Geography curriculum across Key Stages 3 and 4.
- Inspire students to think critically, ask questions and develop a deeper understanding of the world around them.
- Lead and support colleagues, sharing expertise and developing excellent teaching practice.
- Drive high standards of teaching, learning and achievement, ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed.
- Bring Geography to life through geographical enquiry, fieldwork and meaningful connections beyond the classroom.
Who we're looking for
We're looking for someone who brings energy, expertise and ambition to everything they do. You'll be an excellent Geography teacher with strong subject knowledge, high expectations and the ability to inspire both students and colleagues.
You'll have the confidence to take ownership of the subject, the creativity to make Geography exciting and relevant, and the determination to secure excellent outcomes for all learners.
Above all, you'll believe that Geography matters and want to share that belief with every student.
Why Kingsway Park?
Kingsway Park High School is a vibrant, inclusive and diverse school at the heart of Rochdale. Our community brings together students from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences, creating an environment where Geography has real relevance and meaning.
We are ambitious for our students and equally committed to the development of our staff. As part of Altus Education Partnership, you'll benefit from a supportive professional community, high-quality development opportunities and the chance to contribute to wider school improvement.
Our values are simple: We Belong. We Co-operate. We Succeed.
If you're ready to inspire curiosity, lead with purpose and make Geography a subject that students remember, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help shape the future of Geography at Kingsway Park High School.
Closing Date: Monday 19th October 2026 (no later than 12.00 midday)
Interviews: Thursday 22
nd
October 2026Applications should be submitted through MyNewTerm.
Altus Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
The successful candidate will be subject to appropriate safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and relevant barred list checks.
Online searches will be undertaken for shortlisted candidates.
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