Geography - Subject Lead

• About The Role

Job Title: Subject Lead of Geography

Reports to: Principal
Responsible for: Developing a knowledge rich Geography curriculum for KS3 that excites and inspires pupils and preparing a KS4 curriculum through which pupils can flourish; delivering the highest quality lessons to pupils and ensuring all pupils reach their potential.
Start date: October 2026
Salary: Main Scale (Inner London) + TLR2A (Please note: salaries stated are based on full-time hours and will be adjusted on a pro-rata basis for part-time staff)
Main purpose of the job:
To contribute to developing Ark Acton Academy into a great school by teaching a challenging Geography curriculum, teaching highly effective lessons, and constantly reflecting on your practice.

Objectives:

• To lead the development of a knowledge rich curriculum.
• To teach consistently excellent lessons
• To secure great outcomes for all our pupils.
• To make a valued contribution to the school’s pastoral and enrichment programmes; including trips and school visits.
• To be an effective Form Tutor
• To epitomise the vision and values of Ark Acton Academy and at all times adhere to the staff code of conduct.Please see the job description for a comprehensive overview of the role, responsibilities, and essential requirements.

Benefits

Twice as many training days as standard

Weekly staff training designed to meet the needs of the school

Coaching for every teacher

Access to high-quality, regular professional development

Subject-specific knowledge development

Free use of our leisure centre

Access to the school counsellor

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About Us

Ark Acton is a good school, and we are on a mission to make it a great school. From a strong sapling to a mighty oak. Be part of our growth.

At Ark Acton we think teaching is the best job in the world.

We are heavily committed to staff welfare and development, and this includes:

weekly staff training and coaching for every teacher

Subject-specific knowledge development

free use of our leisure centre

access to the school counsellor

We have high expectations for our pupils – and our staff – but we know that by working as a team and committing to our mission we can shape the future.

Visit arkalacton.org/jobs to learn more about us.Diversity and inclusion: link.Safeguarding statement:
Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants.link. #J-18808-Ljbffr