Head of Geography – Secondary School – Leicester, Leicestershire

A large and ambitious 1116 secondary school in Leicester is seeking an experienced and driven Head of Geography to lead its popular Humanities faculty. Located in a diverse and fast-growing part of the city the school serves a vibrant community and has developed a strong reputation for raising attainment through structured curriculum design consistent behaviour systems and focused leadership.

Geography is a well-established and valued subject within the school with strong GCSE uptake and a curriculum that balances physical and human geography in a rigorous knowledge-rich sequence.

The Role
As Head of Geography you will take strategic responsibility for curriculum planning staff development and outcomes within the department. You will lead a small but committed team of subject specialists ensuring consistency of teaching clear assessment systems and strong subject knowledge across Key Stages 3 and 4.

The department follows a carefully sequenced curriculum that incorporates local case studies including urban regeneration migration patterns and environmental change alongside global themes such as climate systems development and tectonic hazards.

You will:
Oversee curriculum planning and resource development
Monitor assessment data and drive targeted intervention
Coach and develop members of the Geography team
Ensure high standards of behaviour and academic challenge
Lead departmental CPD and contribute to whole-school improvement
Promote fieldwork opportunities and geographical enrichment

There is genuine opportunity to shape the future direction of the subject and build further GCSE uptake.

The School
The school operates from a modern campus with a dedicated Humanities corridor and interactive teaching spaces. Behaviour systems are structured and consistently applied allowing teaching staff to focus on high-quality instruction.

Leadership is ambitious but pragmatic with a clear improvement plan and a strong focus on instructional coaching. Staff wellbeing is actively considered and workload policies are designed to reduce unnecessary administrative burden.

The student body reflects Leicesters rich cultural diversity and the school prides itself on inclusivity high expectations and strong pastoral support.

About You
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Proven experience teaching Geography to GCSE level
Previous middle leadership experience (or readiness to step into leadership)
Strong understanding of curriculum sequencing and assessment
Ability to motivate and develop a team
Commitment to inclusive ambitious teaching

Whats on Offer
Leadership allowance in line with experience
Supportive senior leadership team
Structured CPD and leadership development
Well-established department with solid GCSE uptake
Clear strategic direction and room to shape the subject

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Geography teacher ready to take ownership of a department and build on an already strong foundation.

If you are a confident and forward-thinking Geography leader looking to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic Leicester secondary school we would welcome your CV.