Coordinator of Learning - Geography

Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy, Dartford, Kent, DA1 1QE

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2027

• Closing date

  23 November 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  9 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subjects: Geography, Humanities
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS based on experience + London Fringe + TLR
• Additional allowances:

  TLR

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint a Coordinator of Learning - Geography, joining us from September 2027. You will help to inspire our committed and supportive team across the academy, modelling and leading the improvement of teaching skills to raise student achievement in all groups and to narrow any gaps in attainment. We warmly welcome applications from experienced teachers who are passionate and dedicated to enabling students to make excellent progress.

We’d like to hear from candidates who are:

• An excellent leader, passionate about learning and has strong subject knowledge within the Geography curriculum area, with the ability to teach KS4 and KS5.
• Collaborative, able to build strong professional relationships.
• Able to motivate and inspire students and staff to achieve their full potential.
• Energetic and have a can-do attitude.
• Confident and has strong career aspirations.
• Committed to safeguarding and the happiness and well-being of everyone at the school.
• Prepared to be involved in leading co-curricular activities either within or outside of their teaching subject.

This is a full-time, permanent role offering MPS/UPS based on experience + London Fringe allowance + TLR.

What the school offers its staff

Achievement for all students regardless of background is our key objective. We offer stimulating learning environments where effective teaching and learning are underpinned by high-quality interpersonal relationships. If you are ambitious for yourself and the learners you serve, then you are the person we need.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Thank you for your interest in joining us. If you’d like to find out more about this role or arrange a visit to the academy, please don’t hesitate to contact Charlotte Herberts (Recruitment Advisor): charlotte.herberts@latrust.org.uk / 01634 412 245.

To support your application, we recommend viewing the Job Pack, which outlines the full role responsibilities and person specification. This will guide you in preparing a strong application and understanding what we’re looking for.

Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date. All applications must be submitted through our online application form prior to the deadline.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Job Pack _ Coordinator of Learning - Geography _ Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy.pdf - 784 KB (opens in new tab)

About Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 19
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1318 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy website
• Email address: joinus@latrust.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-leigh-academy

Arranging a visit to Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email joinus@latrust.org.uk.

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