Head of Geography

EdEx – Education Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Geography for an Outstanding Secondary School in Wandsworth. This full-time position involves leading a large team of Geography Teachers, supporting curriculum development, and ensuring high standards. The ideal candidate will have UK QTS and a strong understanding of the Geography curriculum. Opportunities for leadership and development are available within this forward-thinking school, renowned for its commitment to education.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Must have UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Ability to manage various personalities within a team.
• Demonstrated capacity to inspire and motivate teachers.

Responsibilities

• Lead a large team of Geography Teachers.
• Ensure effective delivery of KS3-5 Geography curriculum.
• Oversee departmental strategies and development.

Skills

Managing a range of personalities

Motivating and inspiring staff

Strong understanding of Geography curriculum

Education

UK QTS

Job description

Overview

Head of Geography | Outstanding Secondary School | Wandsworth

A forward thinking & leading Secondary School in the Borough of Wandsworth are on the hunt for a Head of Geography for an ASAP start. This is a permanent & full-time contract.

This "Outstanding" Secondary School is renowned throughout the Borough as bringing education to life and ensuring that all teachers think about the bigger picture for pupils & not just about exam results.

You'll be leading a large Geography Department made up of a cohort of Teachers ranging with the following backgrounds: Trainee Teachers, ECT, Teach First & experienced Geography Teachers.

This Head of Geography opportunity will allow you to both grow / develop a fantastic curriculum, while work alongside some fantastic practitioners.

Future leadership opportunities are always available, with the school having multiple awards for CPD & Investment in their own people.

If this sounds like the Head of Geography opportunity for you, then read on below to find out further information now!

Responsibilities

• Head of Geography
• Leading a large team of Geography Teachers
• KS3-5 (GCSE & A Level)
• Manage multiple different personalities
• ASAP start - Permanent - Full Time
• MPS3 - UPS3 + TLR
• Located in the Borough of Wandsworth

Person Specification

• Must have UK QTS
• You must be able to manage a range of personalities
• Be able to motivate, inspire & drive standards throughout
• Strong understanding of Geography curriculum
• Outstanding expectations for yourself & fellow Geography Teachers

School Details

• Graded "Outstanding" in latest Ofsted report
• Leading Teacher Training School
• Well above average GCSE & A Level results
• Modern ethos throughout
• High numbers of EAL & SEN
• Fast paced environment
• Plenty of CPD opportunities
• Located in the Borough of Wandsworth

If you are interested in this Head of Geography opportunity, visits to the school can be arranged immediately.

Apply for this Head of Geography opportunity by sending your CV to Charlie at EdEx. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted).

Head of Geography | Outstanding Secondary School | Wandsworth