Head of Geography

Head of Geography East London Secondary School Principal Education is recruiting on behalf of a successful and highly regarded secondary school in East London for an experienced Head of Geography to start in September 2026.This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate Geography teacher and current or aspiring middle leader to take ownership of a thriving Humanities department within an Outstanding Ofsted-rated school.The Role Lead the Geography department across KS3 KS5Inspire students through engaging and high-quality teachingDevelop curriculum planning and assessment strategiesSupport departmental staff through coaching and developmentRaise attainment and maintain high academic standardsPlay a key role within the wider Humanities faculty The Ideal Candidate Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)Strong Geography subject knowledgeExperience teaching Geography at KS3 KS5Leadership experience within a secondary setting preferredExcellent communication and organisational skills The School Offers Outstanding Ofsted-rated schoolStrong academic outcomes and excellent behaviourSupportive SLT and collaborative staff cultureModern facilities and excellent resourcesOpportunities for career progression and leadership development Salary Paid to scale + TLR (dependent on experience)Start Date September 2026Principal Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks. ..... full job details .....