Head of Geography
Location: Stratford
Salary : £40,653 - £62,774 per year
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Are you a passionate Geography specialist ready to lead a subject and make a real impact?
We’re working with a forward-thinking secondary academy looking for an ambitious and inspiring Head of Geography to lead and develop the department from Years 7 to 11. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced teacher or current middle leader who wants to shape curriculum, drive outcomes, and support colleagues to deliver outstanding Geography education.
The role
As Head of Geography, you’ll be the curriculum lead for the subject, working closely with SLT to ensure pupils receive a high-quality, engaging, and ambitious Geography curriculum. You’ll lead, support, and coach your team, creating a department culture where both staff and pupils thrive.
Key responsibilities
1. Lead and manage the Geography department, ensuring excellent teaching and learning across KS3 and KS4
2. Support, coach, and develop teachers within the department to deliver high-quality lessons
3. Plan and teach engaging Geography lessons in line with agreed schemes of work
4. Track pupil progress and implement timely interventions to support achievement
5. Analyse performance data and develop action plans to drive improvement
6. Ensure staff are fully up to date with specifications and examination requirements
7. Manage departmental resources effectively to maximise student progress
8. Lead department meetings and collaborative planning
9. Uphold academy policies, routines, behaviour expectations, and safeguarding procedures
10. Contribute to the wider life of the school, including pastoral responsibilities where required
What we’re looking for
11. A qualified teacher with strong subject knowledge in Geography
12. Experience teaching Geography across KS3 and KS4
13. The ability to lead, inspire, and motivate others
14. Strong behaviour management and high expectations for all pupils
15. A reflective practitioner committed to continuous improvement
16. A team player who values collaboration and professional development
17. Experience as a Head of Geography would be ideal
Why apply?
18. Opportunity to shape and grow a key curriculum area
19. Supportive leadership team with a clear vision
20. A role where your expertise and ideas genuinely matter
21. Competitive salary with leadership responsibility allowance
At Protocol Education, you’re more than a name on a list. You’re part of a team that sees your skills, values your contribution, and supports you every step of the way.
Apply today and let’s find the working week that works for you.
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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