Head of Geography

Academics; Horsell; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd, in partnership with a leading Independent School in Surrey, seeks a Head of Geography to drive strategic direction across Key Stages 3 to 4 and lead a talented Geography team. The role focuses on academic excellence, enquiry-based learning, and shaping a high-achieving department within a collaborative school community.

The successful candidate will be an ambitious, dynamic leader with a strong classroom background in Geography, capable of motivating colleagues, developing the

Qualifications

• Strong geography classroom practitioner delivering across Key Stages 3-4.
• Ability to motivate colleagues and raise standards.
• Commitment to developing the whole child and global citizenship.
• Strategic use of data and educational research to inform planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Geography department and set strategic direction for KS3–KS4.
• Drive curriculum development, assessment, and pupil progress in Geography.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to raise attainment and wellbeing across the school.

Skills

Geography leadership

Curriculum planning

Data-driven teaching

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Position

Head of Geography - January/April 2027

Location

Woking, Surrey

Start Date

January/April 2027

Salary

Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role

We are seeking an ambitious and dynamic Head of Geography to lead a successful and well-established department within a leading Independent School. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the strategic direction of Geography across Key Stages 3 to 4, working alongside a highly collaborative team in an environment that promotes academic excellence, curiosity, and a passion for learning.

What We're Looking For

• Experienced Geography Teacher: A strong classroom practitioner with a genuine passion for Geography and a proven track record of delivering excellent outcomes across a range of key stages.
• Inspiring Leader: Someone who can motivate colleagues, raise standards, and drive innovation across the Geography curriculum, creating an engaging and ambitious learning environment.
• Outstanding Role Model: A teacher who is committed to providing a first-class education and recognises the importance of developing the whole child, encouraging pupils to become curious, informed, and responsible global citizens.
• Strategic Thinker: Confident in using data, educational research, and innovative teaching approaches to inform planning, enhance pupil progress, and lead departmental development.

Why Join This School?

• Exceptional Reputation: Join one of the region's leading Independent Schools, recognised for its academic excellence, outstanding pastoral care, and commitment to developing well-rounded young people.
• Supportive Leadership: Work within a collaborative and forward-thinking senior leadership team that values professional growth, innovation, and staff wellbeing.
• Excellent Teaching Environment: Benefit from excellent resources and opportunities to enrich learning through fieldwork, geographical enquiry, and real-world case studies, bringing the subject to life both inside and outside the classroom.
• Career Development: A fantastic opportunity to shape the future of Geography education, develop an ambitious curriculum, and further your leadership career within an innovative and aspirational school.

Take the Next Step

If you are ready to lead, inspire, and nurture the next generation of geographers, this is an exceptional opportunity to make a lasting impact on pupils, colleagues, and the wider school community.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.