Head of Geography

The Seckford Foundation; Woodbridge (CT); On-site; USD 64,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodbridge School, part of The Seckford Foundation, seeks an inspirational Head of Geography to lead the Geography Department and drive outstanding teaching and learning across the Senior School, including A Level.

The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership, promote academic achievement, and shape curricular and co-curricular provision within a warm, ambitious school community. DBS checks and safeguarding are standard for appointment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a Geography department in a senior school.
• Ability to teach Geography to A Level, including Physical Geography.
• Experience with Non-Examined Assessment (NEA) at A Level.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Geography Department to maintain high standards across the curriculum.
• Deliver a demanding A Level Geography program including NEA oversight.
• Promote academic success, enrichment, and strategic school-wide improvement in Geography.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

A Level Geography

Curriculum leadership

Job description

Salary Range - £48,039 to £51,797 FTE per annum

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational, enthusiastic and accomplished Head of Geography to lead our thriving Geography Department. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership for the subject, ensuring the highest standards of teaching, learning and academic achievement across the School. A passion for Geography and the ability to teach throughout the Senior School, including A Level, are essential. You will be committed to fostering intellectual curiosity, encouraging pupils to develop a deeper understanding of the world around them and inspiring a lifelong interest in the subject.

As Head of Geography, you will teach across the full Geography curriculum and will have the expertise and confidence to teach both Human and especially Physical Geography to A level, together with experience of leading and overseeing the A level Non-Examined Assessment (NEA) component. You will lead and support colleagues in delivering a dynamic and engaging curriculum, promote excellence in academic outcomes and co curricular provision, maintain high standards, and motivate pupils to fulfil their potential. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future direction of Geography within a warm, nurturing and ambitious school community that values academic success, personal development and enrichment. Initiative, strong leadership skills and a commitment to providing an outstanding learning experience for all pupils will be key to success in the role.

Interviews: W/C 9 November 2026

Woodbridge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).