At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Geography curriculum development and monitor pupil progress across KS3 and KS4.
- Company: St Cuthbert’s RC High School is dedicated to global learning and excellence in education.
- Benefits: Enjoy a supportive environment with a commitment to continuous professional development and Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
- Other info: Position starts January 2027, with a closing date for applications on 22 June 2026.
- Why this job: Shape the future of Geography education while inspiring both students and colleagues.
- Qualifications: Outstanding teacher of Geography with leadership experience and strong subject knowledge required.
The predicted salary is between 32916 - 51048 £ per year.
Responsible to: Faculty Leader – Global Learning
Location: St Cuthbert’s RC High School
Salary: MPS1-UP3, £32,916-£51,048, plus TLR2b
Term of Contract: Permanent
Hours per week: 32.5
Start date: January 2027 (or earlier, if possible)
Closing date: 22 June 2026
Role Overview
St Cuthbert’s RC High School are seeking an exceptional Assistant Faculty Leader (Curriculum Lead – Geography). This role leads the Faculty of Global Learning and shapes excellence in Geography across KS3 and KS4.
Responsibilities
- Lead on the development, implementation and evaluation of the Geography curriculum, ensuring it is ambitious, inclusive and aligned with whole‑school priorities.
- Monitor pupil progress, use data to raise attainment and close gaps, and provide regular feedback to staff and stakeholders.
- Develop and support teachers, providing coaching, professional learning and resources to improve teaching practice.
- Contribute strategically to school improvement and the wider global learning agenda.
- Deliver outstanding classroom practice, modelling excellent teaching and inspiring both pupils and colleagues.
Qualifications
- Outstanding teacher of Geography with a strong track record of securing excellent outcomes.
- Ability to inspire, motivate and lead a team to achieve high standards.
- Strong subject knowledge across KS3 and KS4 and a passion for subject education.
- Experience or clear potential in leadership, coaching and developing colleagues.
- Proficiency in using data to monitor performance, raise attainment and close gaps.
- Commitment to innovation and continuous improvement in teaching and learning.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Full support of the Catholic ethos and values of the school.
Benefits
- A supportive and dedicated Local Governing Body and staff.
- Highly effective safeguarding procedures.
- A working environment where all feel valued and respected.
- Supportive colleagues and governors with a clear vision and high aspirations for the school.
- A highly dedicated and inspirational team.
- A commitment to relevant, personalised continuous professional development.
- A happy, calm and welcoming working environment.
- Opportunities to work within the wider STOCCAT team.
- Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
Equal Opportunity
The Trust is committed to welcoming individuals regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity, sexual orientation or marital status, pregnancy, parental leave or socio‑economic background.
Safeguarding
All staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, including a Children’s barred list check and satisfactory references. All applicants are required to complete a self‑disclosure form for cautions and convictions.
Assistant Faculty Leader (Curriculum Lead – Geography) employer: Catholic Recruitment
St Cuthbert’s RC High School offers a calm and welcoming working environment in St Cuthbert’s. The school has a dedicated Local Governing Body and a clear vision for high aspirations. Join a highly inspirational team committed to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.
