Head of Geography

Head of Geography

Location:

Wisbech, Cambridgeshire

Contract:

Full-Time - Permanent or Temp-to-Perm

Salary: £32,916 - £51,047 + TLR 2B

Start:
September 2026

Closing Date: 12th April 2026

Interview Week: W/C 24th April 2026

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Geography to lead the development of a new, knowledge-rich Geography department at a growing secondary school. As a key member of the leadership team, you'll shape the curriculum and drive academic excellence across KS3 and KS4 and, as the school expands, into KS5. This position offers a unique opportunity to build a team and establish Geography as a vibrant and inspiring subject from the ground up.

• Lead and manage the Geography department, including curriculum design, assessment and resource development.
• Inspire excellent teaching and learning that engages and challenges students.
• Recruit, mentor and develop future colleagues as the school grows.
• Promote fieldwork, enrichment and cross-curricular programmes.
• Contribute to whole-school academic and professional growth.

• Strong subject knowledge and teaching experience in Geography.
• Prior leadership experience or potential in a middle leadership/HoD role.
• Ability to design an ambitious, evidence-informed curriculum.
• Excellent communication, organisation and team building skills.

Apply via this website or for more information call Ginny or Maria on

This role is suitable for candidates seeking permanent or temp-to-perm opportunities.