Geography Teacher & Head of Year

EdEx – Education Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Geography Teacher ready to take on a Head of Year role in a supportive environment. This full-time, permanent position offers the chance to thrive in a high-achieving school, renowned for its commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development. With a strong focus on pastoral leadership, you will have the opportunity to make a genuine impact both in the classroom and as a leader. Join a collaborative team in a modern school setting, where your contributions will be valued, and your career path supported. If you're ready for the next step in your teaching journey, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Wellbeing support

Work/life balance

Professional development opportunities

Modern school facilities

Strong leadership support

Qualifications

• A qualified Geography Teacher with QTS and strong classroom practice.
• Eager to take on leadership responsibilities and committed to improvement.

Responsibilities

• Teach Geography and lead a year group with energy and empathy.
• Support whole-child development and positive pastoral care.

Skills

Classroom Management

Leadership

Pastoral Care

Geography Knowledge

Continuous Improvement

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Geography Teacher & Head of Year

Q - Are you a passionate and driven Geography Teacher with a flair for leadership and pastoral care?
Q - Are you looking for a school that truly champions staff wellbeing, balance and long-term development?

EdEx are partnered with a high-achieving secondary school in Tower Hamlets to recruit an Geography Teacher who is also ready to step into, or continue in, a Head of Year role. This is a full-time, permanent position starting in September 2025, directly employed by the school (not a supply or fixed-term contract).

This Geography Teacher & Head of Year role is a brilliant opportunity for an ambitious teacher to take on a pastoral leadership role while working within an Outstanding Geography department. Whether you're an experienced Head of Year or a high-performing Geography Teacher ready for your first TLR, this school offers the support and CPD to help you thrive.

What's special about the Geography Teacher & Head of Year role and the school its within?

• Excellent behaviour policy - SLT who completely have your back and have a strong centralised behaviour policy
• Wellbeing support - work/life balance and workload management are a big priority, and are the reason the school's retention is so high!
• Lots of room to progress and follow your desired career path!
• Modern school building with state-of-the-art facilities
• Enriched in the local community, with lots of drives benefiting families in the area, and an personal approach to education

The Geography Teacher & Head of Year role would suit someone who wants to genuinely make an impact - both in the classroom and as a pastoral leader. Whether you're looking for a school where your voice matters, where behaviour is managed supportively, or where your work-life balance is protected - this could be the next step for you.

SCHOOL DETAILS - Geography Teacher & Head of Year:

• "Good" graded school with strong, values-led leadership
• Located in Tower Hamlets - excellent transport links
• Celebrated for staff retention and morale
• Pastoral structure is well-established, with collaborative year teams
• Geography department is high-performing, with consistently strong results
• Open to Geography Teachers from MPS2 - UPS3
• TLR allowance for Head of Year responsibilities

PERSON DETAILS - Geography Teacher & Head of Year:

• A qualified Geography Teacher with QTS
• Proven track record of strong classroom practice
• Passionate about whole-child development and positive pastoral care
• Eager to take on leadership responsibilities and progress professionally
• Open-minded, reflective and committed to continuous improvement
• Comfortable contributing to a team ethos and leading a year group with energy and empathy

If this Geography Teacher & Head of Year role sounds like it could be your next chapter, apply today. Your dedicated EdEx consultant will be in touch within 12 hours if shortlisted.

Geography Teacher & Head of Year | Tower Hamlets Secondary School | Permanent Contract

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