Geography HOD

Head of Geography – September Start Location: Haringey, North London Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR (Inner London – from £38,766 + TLR allowance) Start Date: September 2025 School Rating: Ofsted Good Are you a passionate Geography specialist ready to lead a thriving department? Do you want to shape the geographical understanding of the next generation in a school that values academic rigour, creativity, and staff development? We are working with a successful and well-regarded secondary school in Haringey seeking a Head of Geography to join their team this September. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher or current second-in-charge ready to step into a leadership role. Why Join This School? * A ‘Good’ rated school with a track record of academic achievement and a supportive ethos. * A dedicated SLT that prioritises teacher wellbeing, workload balance and career progression. * Modern resources and a well-established Humanities faculty, with a commitment to fieldwork and enrichment. * Strong support for Middle Leaders with personalised CPD, leadership coaching, and access to external networks. What You'll Be Doing * Leading the Geography department across KS3–KS5. * Inspiring and developing a committed team of Geography teachers. * Driving academic progress and curriculum innovation. * Overseeing the planning and delivery of fieldwork, enrichment activities, and cross-curricular learning. * Monitoring student performance and implementing strategies to ensure excellent outcomes for all learners. What We’re Looking For * A qualified Geography Teacher (QTS/QTLS) with substantial teaching experience, ideally including KS5. * Proven leadership ability or the readiness to step up into a Head of Department role. * A strategic thinker with a clear vision for Geography education. * Strong knowledge of the national curriculum and assessment frameworks. * A collaborative approach, with excellent communication and team-building skills. What’s on Offer * MPS/UPS + TLR (depending on experience). * Supportive leadership and a culture of collaboration and high expectations. * Structured middle and senior leadership pathways. * Access to regular CPD and curriculum development opportunities. * Inner London salary weighting and strong staff benefits. If you’re ready to take the next step in your teaching career and lead a dynamic Geography department in a high-performing school, we’d love to hear from you