Lead Practitioner of Geography Opportunity – Progressive Secondary Academy in Newcastle
- Permanent, Full-time
A progressive secondary academy in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a dynamic Lead Practitioner of Geography to lead geographical inquiry, fieldwork excellence, and GIS software integration starting in January.
Job Overview
The Lead Practitioner of Geography will take strategic responsibility for teaching quality, primary source analysis, and physical/human geographical inquiry across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5.
You will model evidence-based teaching strategies, coach department colleagues on map skills and quantitative data analysis, and ensure compulsory GCSE and A-Level fieldwork excursions and non-exam assessments meet strict exam board criteria. This is a full-time, permanent position.
Key Responsibilities
Teach engaging, intellectually rigorous Geography lessons across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5
Lead departmental coaching in spatial data analysis, GIS software integration, and evaluative writing
Audit and refine geography schemes of work to build climate awareness and physical/human process evaluation
Oversee compulsory GCSE and A-Level geography fieldwork excursions, risk assessments, and data analysis
Analyze assessment data across key stages to identify attainment gaps and implement targeted revision
Mentor early-career geography teachers, conducting peer observations and curriculum reviews
Role Overview & Specifications
Start Date: January
Contract Type: Full-time, permanent contract
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear
Salary / Pay Rate: Lead Practitioner Scale (LP1–LP5 equivalent)
Key Curriculum: AQA / Edexcel Geography
Candidate Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with an honors degree in Geography, Environmental Science, or a related field
Proven track record of strong GCSE and A-Level Geography outcomes alongside peer coaching experience
Experience organizing safe educational fieldwork excursions and managing exam moderation
Outstanding communication skills and a deep passion for environmental and global inquiry
An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
How to Apply: Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this Lead Practitioner of Geography position in Newcastle for a January start.