Head of Geography – Lewisham, September 2026
We are recruiting an outstanding Head of Geography to lead the department and raise standards of attainment and achievement. The role involves monitoring pupil progress, formulating the faculty improvement plan, leading the delivery of Geography, and serving as a high‐quality teaching and learning exemplar.
Job Specification
* Head of Geography
* Develop and lead the Geography department, pushing for greater attainment
* Flexibility over timetabling, with ample release time
* Form Tutor with pastoral responsibilities
* Full‐time, permanent position, starting September 2026
* Location: Inner London, MPS/UPS + TLR 2C
Candidate Specification
* UK QTS
* Experience teaching in UK inner‐city schools beneficial
* Proven success in raising attainment across the board
* Keen interest in utilizing ICT
* Experience embedding strategies for Assessment for Learning
* Prior middle‐leadership experience (e.g. 2iC, KS Coordinator, or current HOD) desirable
* Strong academic background desired
School Information
* 'Good' graded secondary school
* On an exciting journey toward 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 opportunities
* Large campus with parking, located in Lewisham, NW London
* Brilliant sports and outdoor facilities
* Good rail links nearby
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