Head of Geography

Head of Geography - Brent - September 2026

Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.

Are you an Outstanding Head of Geography, looking for a new Head of Geography position?

Perhaps you're already 2iC or KS Coordinator, looking to step up into your first HOD role?

In either case, this 'Good' graded Secondary School in Brent want to hear from you. The school has gone through a period of positive change in the past two years, resulting in a better Ofsted inspection, greater staff retention and increased career development opportunities.

The Senior Leadership Team are looking for an exceptional practitioner to lead the Geography department. You will be tasked with raising standards of attainment and achievement, monitoring pupil progress, formulating the faculty improvement plan and leading the development of Geography and it's delivery. Moreover, you will be an excellent Geography Teacher that leads by example, serving as an exceptional role model for high quality teaching and learning.

Ideally you will have completed some NPQs and be ready to step into this role in September, although they are not essential. Again, you will ideally have KS5 experience but an exceptional Geography Teacher for 11-16 is urged to apply.

Please read the full details of this Head of Geography position before applying today. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 24hrs to discuss the role & school in further detail before progressing further.

JOB SPEC - Head of Geography

• Head of Geography
• Developing and leading the Geography department, pushing for greater attainment
• Flexibility over your timetabling, as well as ample release time
• Form Tutor with pastoral responsibilities
• Full time, permanent position for September 2026
• Inner London, MPS/UPS + TLR 2C

CANDIDATE SPEC - Head of Geography

• UK QTS
• Experience teaching in UK Inner City Schools beneficial
• Proven success in raising attainment across the board
• Keen interest in utilising ICT
• Experience of embedding strategies for Assessment for Learning
• Prior middle leadership experience i.e 2iC, KS Coordinator or current HOD desirable.
• Strong academic background desired.

SCHOOL INFORMATION - Head of Geography

• 'Good' graded Secondary School
• On an exciting journey towards becoming an exceptional school
• Strong SLT with a proven track record of working in brilliant schools
• Good staff retention rates since the new SLT took over in the past two years
• Wide range of students, slightly above average PP.
• Generally good behaviour, but you will need to be a strong classroom practitioner
• Excellent CPD and career progression
• Large school campus with parking, based in Brent, NW London
• Brilliant sports and outdoor facilities
• Good rail links nearby

Appy to this Head of Geography role today. xwzovoh Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, typically within 24hrs for a confidential discussion before progressing to interview.

Head of Geography - Brent - September 2026

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