Head of Geography (Watton)

Inspiration Trust; Tetford, Watton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Tetford is seeking an inspiring Head of Geography to lead curriculum development and ensure all students succeed. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in teaching and management within secondary education. This role offers a generous salary and benefits, along with professional development opportunities. Join a passionate team committed to delivering excellent education in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Teachers' Pension Schemes access

Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Personalized CPD and development programmes

Qualifications

• An appropriate degree and other qualifications required for the award of QTS.
• Qualified Teacher Status with a track for achieving QTS before starting.
• Successful subject experience in a secondary school.

Responsibilities

• Role model to the department.
• Lead curriculum and teaching development.
• Participate in quality assurance and school events.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Teaching

Performance management

Data analysis

Education

Degree required for QTS

Postgraduate qualification (desirable)

Job description

Salary: Qualified Teachers Pay Scales: Main Pay Scale (MPS) to Upper Pay Scale (UPS) and TLR2 of £6,700 per annum

Start Date: September 2026

Wayland Academy is seeking an inspiring, innovative and dedicated Head of Geography; a leader who shares our belief that all pupils have the right to succeed and have access to the very best education.

This key role will give you the opportunity to work with senior leaders and the subject team on curriculum development and play an important part in creating a department that aims to set the standard nationally.

What You’ll Be Doing

• To be a role model to the department
• To lead on the development of new ways of thinking about the curriculum and teaching and learning to develop student expertise in the subject
• To lead the key subject areas in understanding and developing high quality and innovative provision within a world‑class curriculum and excellent teaching
• Participate in meetings, quality assurance processes, and school events outside normal hours.
• Teach the curriculum, prepare pupils for examinations, and provide additional support such as interventions and revision lessons.

About You

You will be a leader who shares our belief that all pupils have the right to succeed and have access to the very best education. You should come with an existing track record of effectiveness but be keen to develop further as a member of the wider leadership team.

Essential

• An appropriate degree and other qualifications required for the award of QTS.
• Qualified Teacher Status (trainees should be on track to achieve QTS before taking up the post).
• Successful subject experience as a teacher and manager in education in a secondary school
• Successful involvement in performance management, self‑evaluation process and data analysis as an aid in personal and team improvement, development and change
• Proven practice in leading, motivating and supporting staff to achieve high standards
• Knowledge and understanding of the subject to at least undergraduate degree level and different teaching approaches.
• Experience of teaching the subject in a secondary school across the 11‑16 age range.

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualification in the subject or in the teaching of the subject.
• Experience teaching the subject in a Sixth Form or Further Education setting.
• Experience examining the subject for an appropriate exam board.

We offer

• Generous annual leave, and access to the Teachers' Pension Schemes (TPS) with excellent employer contributions
• Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and claim‑back options for healthcare costs *
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme, retail and theatre discounts (including discounted shopping vouchers, dentist and gym memberships), and salary sacrifice options (including home technology). *
• Free parking at most sites
• Personalised CPD and development programmes
• A structured and specific induction programme

* Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are only available following successfully passing probation.

About Us

Wayland Academy is an oversubscribed, high‑performing secondary school at the heart of Norfolk, known for its positive atmosphere and low staff turnover. In 2025, 64% of students achieved grades 9‑5 in English and Mathematics, and the school achieved a Progress 8 score of +0.61 in 2024, positioning it among the highest‑performing secondary schools in Norfolk and Suffolk.

At Wayland Academy, staff believe that every student is entitled to the highest‑quality education, unlocking their potential for excellent grades and a future of their choice. Our curriculum vision reflects the Academy’s role in the community, promotes understanding and enrichment, and prioritises students’ reading, vocabulary, and fluency in both spoken and written language. We take both learning and pastoral care seriously, ensuring that our students leave confident, capable, and ready to thrive in the wider world.

We are part of the Inspiration Trust, twice ranked as the country’s top family of comprehensive schools for pupil progress, and strongly believe in the importance of giving the widest educational opportunities to all young people, regardless of their background. We have strong networks across the Trust, with opportunities to work with a diverse range of schools and partners. We are committed to offering excellent professional and learning opportunities for our staff, with a busy programme of continuing professional development courses delivered by some of the country’s best educational thinkers and practitioners.

The Inspiration Trust is a Multi Academy Trust, committed to delivering the very best educational experience for the young people of Norfolk and Suffolk, across 17 schools. We are ambitious for our schools and communities and want to create Britain’s highest performing federation of 3‑19 schools and transform education in the East. Inspiration Trust specialises in transforming schools in disadvantaged areas and taking academies from failing to outstanding.

The most recent Ofsted inspection in July 2023 gave Wayland Academy an overall grade of ‘Good'. “School and Trust leaders form a strong and cohesive team which has driven, and continues to secure, school improvement.”

If you would like to know more about this exciting opportunity, then please contact Julie Amys, PA to Principal ([e-mail]).

Closing date for applications: 9am on Monday 5th January 2026

Interview date: Friday 9th January 2026

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.