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Curriculum Leadership:
- Develop and oversee the geography curriculum, ensuring it aligns with national standards.
- Incorporate contemporary issues such as climate change, sustainability, and global citizenship into lessons.
- Review and adapt teaching materials regularly.
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Teaching and Learning:
- Lead high-quality geography teaching across key stages.
- Model effective teaching practices.
- Monitor student progress and implement strategies for improvement.
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Team Management:
- Support and mentor geography teachers in professional development.
- Lead departmental meetings and foster collaboration.
- Address performance issues constructively.
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Resource Management:
- Manage the geography department's budget.
- Ensure classrooms and resources (e.g., maps, field equipment, GIS software) are up-to-date and effective.
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Assessment and Reporting:
- Oversee consistent assessment practices across the department.
- Analyze exam results and identify trends for intervention.
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Fieldwork and Enrichment:
- Plan and lead field trips to enhance experiential learning.
- Encourage participation in geography competitions or clubs.
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Whole-School Contribution:
- Collaborate with other departments to integrate geography into interdisciplinary projects.
- Support whole-school initiatives, such as sustainability campaigns.
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Essential:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a strong background in geography education.
- Proven experience in teaching geography across key stages.
- Leadership experience (e.g., as a second in department or similar role).
- Strong knowledge of curriculum development and assessment.
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Desirable:
- Experience in managing fieldwork and using GIS tools.
- A postgraduate qualification in education or geography.
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Showcase Leadership Experience:
- Highlight examples where you improved departmental performance or introduced innovative teaching methods.
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Demonstrate Passion for Geography:
- Share how you inspire students about global issues and local geography.
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Strategic Vision:
- Articulate a clear plan for advancing the geography department, such as adopting new technologies or expanding fieldwork opportunities.
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Engage with Current Issues:
- Be prepared to discuss how you would address topics like climate change or urbanization in the curriculum.
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Prepare Evidence:
- Use data to show your impact on student outcomes, such as improved grades or participation rates.
