Head of Geography

Are you an experienced Geography Teacher ready to lead a dynamic department?
Do you hold QTS and have a proven track record of raising attainment at KS3–KS5?
Looking for a leadership role where your ideas, strategy, and subject passion will be valued?

We’re seeking a Head of Geography for a forward-thinking secondary school in the South East. This is a full-time role offering excellent career progression, supported leadership, and scope to shape the geography curriculum for the next academic year.

What this Head of Geography role offers:

• TLR available for subject leadership responsibilities

• Freedom to shape curriculum planning and schemes of work

• Collaborative, well-resourced humanities faculty

• CPD and leadership development opportunities

• Opportunity to lead trips and fieldwork across the UK and abroad

Key responsibilities of the Head of Geography:

• Deliver engaging geography lessons to KS3–KS5 students

• Lead, mentor and develop a team of Geography teachers

• Analyse data and implement strategies to raise attainment

• Drive curriculum development in line with national standards

• Promote a love of geography through enrichment and cross-curricular learning

What you need to apply:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent – essential

• Experience teaching Geography to KS4/KS5 – essential

• Previous responsibility or leadership experience – highly desirable

• Strong classroom and behaviour management

• Ambition, initiative, and a passion for geography education

Apply now to have your CV reviewed within 48 hours.

Make your next career move into middle leadership in a school that values innovation and professional growth.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

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