Subject Leader of Geography – Progressive Comprehensive School in East London
Subject Leader of Geography – Full time, Permanent – East London
• Excellent leadership opportunity from January 2026
• Join a progressive, structured, and well-resourced secondary school in East London
• Lead the Geography department in a high-performing and community-oriented setting
Are you an ambitious Geography specialist ready to step into leadership? This inclusive, forward-thinking East London secondary school is seeking a subject leader to shape an innovative and challenging Geography curriculum.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the planning and delivery of Geography across all key stages
• Line manage and support a growing team of Geography teachers
• Maintain high standards of teaching, learning, and outcomes
• Develop fieldwork opportunities and interdisciplinary projects
• Use assessment data to drive progress and intervention
• Contribute to wider curriculum leadership and school strategy
Candidate Profile:
• Experienced Geography teacher with QTS and proven results
• Confident in leading curriculum innovation and raising standards
• Strong understanding of pedagogy and geography education policy
• Ability to inspire both staff and students in a diverse community
• Organised, reflective, and strategic in approach to leadership
• Experience with KS4 and KS5 desirable (A-Level or equivalent)
Geography results at this school have consistently been in the top 10% of the nation’s results over the last 15 years! This is an incredible opportunity to lead one of the best Geography departments in the country.
School Highlights:
• Thriving East London comprehensive with excellent leadership culture
• Commitment to CPD, middle leadership coaching, and career progression
• Strong focus on student achievement and staff wellbeing
• Well-equipped classrooms, digital resources, and trip funding
• Inclusive ethos with high expectations and strong parental engagement
Application:
If you are a driven and capable Geography specialist ready to take on leadership responsibility, apply today with your CV. Interviews will be arranged upon shortlisting.
- Locations
- London Borough of Newham
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