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–KS5
Inspire students through engaging and high-quality teaching
Develop curriculum planning and assessment strategies
Support departmental staff through coaching and development
Raise attainment and maintain high academic standards
Play a key role within the wider Humanities faculty
The Ideal Candidate
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Strong Geography subject knowledge
Experience teaching Geography at KS3–KS5
Leadership experience within a secondary setting preferred
Excellent communication and organisational skills
The School Offers
Outstanding Ofsted-rated school
Strong academic outcomes and excellent behaviour
Supportive SLT and collaborative staff culture
Modern facilities and excellent resources
Opportunities for career progression and leadership development
Salary
Paid to scale + TLR (dependent on experience)
Start Date
September 2026
Principal 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