Subject Lead - Geography at Granville Academy in Woodville

We are seeking an enthusiastic, dynamic, and outstanding Geography specialist to join Granville Academy. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and manage the Geography department, drive academic outcomes, and shape the future of geography education across our academies. As part of our dedicated World Studies department, you will enjoy outstanding support and professional development opportunities within both our academy and the wider Trust. This is your chance to thrive in a collaborative environment where your expertise will help shape a curriculum that’s both innovative and research‑driven.

Responsibilities

• Being an outstanding practitioner in your specified subject area
• Raising standards of progress and attainment so all pupils make expected levels of progress
• Effectively supporting the Director of Learning to lead and manage teaching, learning, and assessment across the subject area
• Planning, monitoring, and refining departmental action plans to secure continuous improvement
• Monitoring, evaluating, and reviewing the quality of teaching, learning, and assessment, including through work scrutiny and data analysis
• Leading on the development of CPD within your subject area, including coaching and modelling best practice
• Assisting with planning for all external examinations and managing the departmental budget and resources

At Granville Academy, we are committed to helping every student develop strong literacy skills while finding joy in reading, writing, and self‑expression. We see these as not only key to academic success but essential for fostering creativity, character, and holistic development. Our vision is to ensure that every child in our care has the opportunity to excel, regardless of their background or ability. At Granville Academy, we live by the values of working hard, being kind, and choosing wisely. We take pride in positively shaping the lives and futures of our students each day.

If you are passionate about education, committed to student success, and excited about creating meaningful opportunities for young people, this role is your chance to make a lasting impact. Join us in shaping bright futures and inspiring the next generation. Together, we can make a difference!

Why Work for Affinity?

At Affinity, we pride ourselves on being a great place to work, a workplace where everyone belongs, progresses, and thrives. We recognise that our colleagues are our greatest asset, and we are committed to ensuring they feel valued, supported, and empowered. As a Trust, we are privileged to employ inspirational people who make a positive difference every day. In return, we continually strengthen our offer of a supportive, inclusive, and ambitious working environment, one that promotes mental and physical wellbeing, builds confidence, and fosters pride across our organisation.

Our People Strategy

Our People Strategy Is Built Around Three Core Pillars:

• Belongs - Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: We cultivate an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity, champions equality, and ensures all staff feel respected, valued, and genuinely part of our community.
• Progresses - Staff Development and CPD: Our Professional Growth Model empowers colleagues to take ownership of their development. Our strong investment in CPD sets us apart and ensures every colleague has the opportunity to grow and succeed.
• Thrives - Wellbeing: We know that mental and physical wellbeing are essential to feeling supported and performing well. That’s why we place strong emphasis on creating an environment where colleagues feel healthy, valued, and able to thrive.

Benefits

• Investment in your professional development and CPD through our Professional Growth Model
• Removal of performance‑related pay
• A commitment to dignity and respect in the workplace
• Opportunities for collaborative working through leadership and staff networks
• A Trust‑wide approach to reducing workload
• Wellbeing initiatives supported by our Wellbeing Champion Network

In addition to these core benefits, we also provide an excellent wider package that includes:

• Employee Assistance Programme and mental health support services
• Access to Benenden Health’s self‑pay private healthcare service
• Discounted gym membership with Everyone Active
• Cycle to Work scheme
• BHSF health cash plan
• Eye care vouchers
• Flu vaccination vouchers

Additional Information

Please note that we do not hold a sponsorship licence and, therefore, are unable to employ individuals residing outside of the UK or candidates living within the UK who require continued sponsorship to work in the UK. Please note: Completed applications should be received by 09:00am of the closing date. We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Please ensure to regularly check your junk/spam folder for any correspondence in relation to the progress of your application. Due to the volume of applications we receive, it is not policy to give individual feedback at this stage.

We welcome a broad range of perspectives with a commitment to equality of opportunity by recruiting a diverse workforce, and creating an inclusive environment and a culture of belonging for everyone in Affinity Learning Partnership. Therefore, we encourage applications from under‑represented communities irrespective of age, disability, race, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marriage or civil partnership status, or neurodivergent status. We are happy to make reasonable adjustments wherever possible through the recruitment process should this be required.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.