Head of Geography Vacancy - School near Tower Bridge...

Marchant Recruitment
London
  • Head of Geography

  • Highly Regarded Secondary School near Tower Bridge Station

  • Full-time/Permanent

  • September 2026

Job Overview

A highly regarded secondary school near Tower Bridge Station is seeking to appoint an ambitious and talented Head of Geography to join its successful Humanities faculty from September 2026.

This co-educational school has an excellent reputation and a strong community ethos. The successful candidate will lead and develop the Geography department, delivering engaging and high-quality lessons across KS3 and KS4, with KS5 teaching available where suitable.

Working closely with senior leaders and the wider Humanities team, you will drive standards of teaching and learning, oversee curriculum development, monitor student progress, and contribute to raising attainment and engagement in Geography across the school.

You will also play a key role in promoting extracurricular Geography opportunities, including fieldwork, educational visits, enrichment activities, sustainability projects, and wider cultural and environmental initiatives.

The School near Tower Bridge Station

The school is recognised as one of the stronger local providers, offering a positive and well-structured learning environment. Staff frequently describe the school as having a strong sense of community, pride, and support, with a clear commitment to staff wellbeing.

The school is dedicated to developing well-rounded students through its Personal, Social, Moral, Spiritual and Cultural (PSMSC) programme.

The Geography department is creative, ambitious, and forward-thinking, with a strong focus on academic excellence, enquiry-based learning, and student engagement. Staff work collaboratively to share best practice, develop resources, and support one another’s professional growth.

Head of Geography – Experience and Qualifications

The successful candidate will ideally have:

  • A degree in Geography or a related subject

  • A recognised teaching qualification with QTS (such as PGCE)

  • Experience teaching Geography across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 desirable)

  • Experience leading or supporting a department, faculty, or key area within Geography

  • A strong understanding of curriculum planning, assessment, and fieldwork delivery

  • The ability to inspire students of all abilities through engaging and challenging lessons

  • Strong classroom and behaviour management skills

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • A passion for geographical enquiry, sustainability, and student achievement

  • The legal right to work in the UK

What the School Offers

  • A permanent leadership opportunity starting September 2026

  • Competitive salary dependent on experience

  • A supportive and collaborative Humanities faculty

  • Excellent CPD and career progression opportunities

  • A strong focus on staff wellbeing and professional development

  • Well-resourced classrooms and support for fieldwork opportunities

  • A welcoming and inclusive school community

Application

To be considered for this Head of Geography opportunity near Tower Bridge Station, please submit your CV as soon as possible.

Posted 2026-05-15

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