Head of Department - Geography

LEIGH ACADEMIES TRUST; Longfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a Head of Department for Geography, starting September 2025. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and inspire a dedicated team, fostering a collaborative environment where innovative teaching strategies flourish. The successful candidate will be an exceptional educator, passionate about geography, and committed to the professional development of both staff and students. With a strong focus on safeguarding and well-being, this permanent position comes with competitive pay aligned with experience, including additional allowances. Join a forward-thinking academy and make a significant impact on students' learning journeys.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Collaborative Team Environment

London Fringe Allowance

TLR (Teaching and Learning Responsibility)

Qualifications

• Exceptional teaching skills with a passion for geography education.
• Ability to build strong relationships and motivate students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality learning opportunities in geography.
• Collaborate with team members to develop innovative teaching strategies.

Skills

Geography Education Advocacy

Teaching Experience

Collaboration Skills

Student Motivation

Strong Subject Knowledge

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in Geography or related field

Job description

Longfield Academy is seeking to appoint aHead of Department - Geography, joining us from September 2025. We are looking for an exceptional practitioner who can deliver high-quality learning opportunities for our students in this curriculum area.

We have a strong team ethos and believe in working collaboratively, sharing ideas and supporting each other to achieve great things and see this as the key to further developing innovative teaching and learning strategies. This is an excellent opportunity for someone to join an academy which is committed to providing high-quality professional development opportunities and training and support.

We’d like to hear from you if you are:

• An excellent teacher who is passionate about learning and has strong subject knowledge;
• A keen advocate for the importance of geography education as part of the curriculum;
• Have a high level of teaching experience and delivery of results; Collaborative, able to build strong professional relationships;
• Able to motivate and inspire students and staff to achieve their full potential;
• Energetic and have a ‘can-do’ attitude; Confident, with strong career aspirations;

Committed to the safeguarding and happiness and wellbeing of everyone at the Academy.

The basis of this role is permanent and offering MPS commensurate with experience + London Fringe Allowance + TLR.