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Head of Subject - A Level Geography
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- Stafford College Site
- Permanent
- Full Time
- £36,864 - £47,133 Per Annum
Job Description
Head of Subject - A Level Geography
Location: Stafford
1 position available
Hours: 31.5 - 37 hours per week (0.85 FTE - 1 FTE)
Salary: £36,864 - £47,133 pro rata per annum (pay award pending)
Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG) is one of the very best colleges in the country. In October 2024 we became the first and only further education provider in England to achieve a full set of outstanding grades in consecutive Ofsted Inspections. This includes recognition of our strong contribution towards meeting Local Skills Needs under the latest version of the Education Inspection Framework (EIF).
The inspection report praised all areas of the College’s provision and acknowledged NSCG’s ‘staff are professional, friendly, incredibly supportive and work tirelessly to meet the needs of learners’ ‘teachers improve their practice based upon the support they receive’ and ‘teachers create highly supportive, calm and highly aspirational environments in which learners and apprentices thrive’. In summary, NSCG is a great place to work and study.
To read the full Ofsted report for Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group, please visit the Ofsted Government website, select Find an Inspection Report and search for Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group.
The group is currently home to a population of over 6,500 full-time students with around 2000 adult learners and students on higher education programmes. We have over 1,500 apprentices where we work with over 850 individual employers. Our Sixth Form provision has a reputation for high academic achievement and excellence.
We are looking for a Head of Subject for A Level Geography within our Academic Studies Department.
Based in our Academic Studies Department, we are looking for an enthusiastic, suitably qualified individual to lead on and teach on our A-level Geography courses. As well as being an inspiring lecturer with the ability to enable all learners to reach their true potential, you will hold an appropriate subject qualification to degree level along with a Level 5 teaching qualification such as the Diploma in Education and Training (formerly DTLLS) or equivalent.
We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic, self-motivated and a team player. As well as relevant experience, you will be qualified with related degree.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Organise, plan and monitor high quality delivery on the agreed courses. Including the coordination of other lecturers delivering on agreed courses.
Deliver excellent standards of teaching and learning across all areas within the curriculum area.
To lead on the Course Self-Assessment Reporting process.
Play an active role in the marketing of the College and the Department through such activities as open days and through liaison with local employers and schools.
Engage in core duties including preparation, marking, monitoring student progress, preparing reports, setting and marking of examination papers/coursework, developing and preparing flexible learning materials.
Monitor retention, achievement and pass rates and overall student progress.Required Skills and Experience:
Holds a degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
Has an appropriate teaching qualification.
Is well organised and able to manage the peaks and troughs of a varied workload.
Has experience in the delivery of A level Geography.What’s in it for you?
The college offers an excellent benefits package which includes:
Employer Pension contributions (Teachers’ Pension Scheme).
52 Days Annual Leave pro rata (including Bank Holidays & Christmas Closure).
Subsidised Gym Membership.
Health-related benefits including a subsidised Health Scheme.
Excellent Training and Development Opportunities (supported with a dedicated budget).
Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
Dedicated Teaching & Learning Coaches for New Staff.
Free Parking
On site restaurant and FREE early morning tea/coffee and toast.How to apply
To apply for the role of Head of Subject for A Level Geography, please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete an online application form.
If you are applying via a jobs board, you will receive an email and link that will take you directly to our application form on the Newcastle & Stafford Colleges Group website).
The closing date for completed applications is 13th September 2026.
This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All college based positions are subject to enhanced DBS check and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.
As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sectors of the community
Location: Stafford
1 position available
Hours: 31.5 - 37 hours per week (0.85 FTE - 1 FTE)
Salary: £36,864 - £47,133 pro rata per annum (pay award pending)
Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG) is one of the very best colleges in the country. In October 2024 we became the first and only further education provider in England to achieve a full set of outstanding grades in consecutive Ofsted Inspections. This includes recognition of our strong contribution towards meeting Local Skills Needs under the latest version of the Education Inspection Framework (EIF).
The inspection report praised all areas of the College’s provision and acknowledged NSCG’s ‘staff are professional, friendly, incredibly supportive and work tirelessly to meet the needs of learners’ ‘teachers improve their practice based upon the support they receive’ and ‘teachers create highly supportive, calm and highly aspirational environments in which learners and apprentices thrive’. In summary, NSCG is a great place to work and study.
To read the full Ofsted report for Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group, please visit the Ofsted Government website, select Find an Inspection Report and search for Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group.
The group is currently home to a population of over 6,500 full-time students with around 2000 adult learners and students on higher education programmes. We have over 1,500 apprentices where we work with over 850 individual employers. Our Sixth Form provision has a reputation for high academic achievement and excellence.
We are looking for a Head of Subject for A Level Geography within our Academic Studies Department.
Based in our Academic Studies Department, we are looking for an enthusiastic, suitably qualified individual to lead on and teach on our A-level Geography courses. As well as being an inspiring lecturer with the ability to enable all learners to reach their true potential, you will hold an appropriate subject qualification to degree level along with a Level 5 teaching qualification such as the Diploma in Education and Training (formerly DTLLS) or equivalent.
We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic, self-motivated and a team player. As well as relevant experience, you will be qualified with related degree.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Organise, plan and monitor high quality delivery on the agreed courses. Including the coordination of other lecturers delivering on agreed courses.
Deliver excellent standards of teaching and learning across all areas within the curriculum area.
To lead on the Course Self-Assessment Reporting process.
Play an active role in the marketing of the College and the Department through such activities as open days and through liaison with local employers and schools.
Engage in core duties including preparation, marking, monitoring student progress, preparing reports, setting and marking of examination papers/coursework, developing and preparing flexible learning materials.
Monitor retention, achievement and pass rates and overall student progress.Required Skills and Experience:
Holds a degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
Has an appropriate teaching qualification.
Is well organised and able to manage the peaks and troughs of a varied workload.
Has experience in the delivery of A level Geography.What’s in it for you?
The college offers an excellent benefits package which includes:
Employer Pension contributions (Teachers’ Pension Scheme).
52 Days Annual Leave pro rata (including Bank Holidays & Christmas Closure).
Subsidised Gym Membership.
Health-related benefits including a subsidised Health Scheme.
Excellent Training and Development Opportunities (supported with a dedicated budget).
Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
Dedicated Teaching & Learning Coaches for New Staff.
Free Parking
On site restaurant and FREE early morning tea/coffee and toast.How to apply
To apply for the role of Head of Subject for A Level Geography, please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete an online application form.
If you are applying via a jobs board, you will receive an email and link that will take you directly to our application form on the Newcastle & Stafford Colleges Group website).
The closing date for completed applications is 13th September 2026.
This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All college based positions are subject to enhanced DBS check and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.
As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sectors of the community