Head of Geography & Humanities - GIS-Driven Leader

Marchant Recruitment

Harrogate

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Marchant Recruitment in Harrogate seeks a Head of Geography to lead the Humanities faculty on a full-time, permanent basis, starting January. The role focuses on strategic curriculum oversight, fieldwork logistics, and GCSE/A-Level outcomes.

The post requires QTS and a strong track record in Geography exam performance, with experience in mentoring and curriculum design. Leadership responsibilities include staff development and safeguarding field trips.

Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with an honors degree in Geography, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
Proven track record of driving positive GCSE and A-Level Geography examination outcomes.
Experience in peer mentoring, scheme design, or secondary subject coordination.
Experience organizing safe outdoor fieldwork trips.
Active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership, curriculum design, and quality assurance across the Geography department.
Teach intellectually rigorous physical and human Geography lessons across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5.
Lead, line-manage, and evaluate department teachers through peer lesson observations and CPD sessions.
Coordinate GCSE and A-Level fieldwork excursions, risk assessments, and geographical investigation moderation.
Analyze assessment tracking data to design targeted revision programs and mock exam interventions.
Integrate GIS software, digital mapping suites, and contemporary case studies into schemes of work.