Head of Department Opportunity Geography

Head of Geography Richmond Outer London

Lead a Core Humanities Faculty at a Successful West London Academy

We are seeking an inspirational strategic and highly committed Head of Geography to lead the successful faculty at a highly regarded secondary academy in the affluent Richmond area of South West London.

This is a full-time permanent position starting in January 2026.

• Head of Geography required (Head of Department responsibility)
• Full-time Permanent position starting January 2026
• Successful high-performing academy in Richmond Outer London
• Lead the teaching of Geography across Key Stages 3 4 and 5 (KS3/KS4/KS5).
• Recruitment and Retention (R&R) Allowance of 2000 available

The Opportunity

The successful applicant will be an outstanding Geography leader ready to manage a team of specialists and oversee the curriculum teaching standards and student progress across all key stages. You will be responsible for driving departmental improvement managing resources (including fieldwork budgets) and ensuring the delivery of consistently high-quality teaching that secures excellent results at GCSE and A-Level.

This significant leadership role comes with a substantial Teaching and Learning Responsibility (TLR) payment appropriate for a Head of Department. To attract the best talent we also offer a Recruitment and Retention (R&R) Allowance of 2000 per annum. This generous package recognizes both the leadership duties and the market demand for outstanding Geography specialists.

The School

This is a successful academy recognized for its strong student outcomes and dedicated professional staff culture. The Geography faculty is highly valued committed to promoting conceptual understanding and critical evaluation of contemporary global issues. The school is dedicated to continuous staff development offering a high-quality tailored CPD programme focused on leadership and management skills. Located in Richmond the school offers a highly desirable setting in South West London.

We Are Looking For:

• A qualified teacher with QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) and a degree in Geography or a related field.
• A proven track record of successfully leading or significantly contributing to the leadership of a Geography department.
• Expertise in curriculum design assessment and data analysis to drive improvement across all key stages.
• A clear strategic vision for developing global literacy and academic excellence.
• The ability to inspire mentor and line-manage a team of specialist teachers.

Salary and Benefits

• Main Pay Scale/Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS) for Teachers.
  • The base salary will be paid according to experience within the statutory Outer London Pay Scale (The Outer London Main Pay Range minimum is approximately 37870 as of September 2025).

• A Teaching and Learning Responsibility (TLR) payment (The specific amount will be confirmed based on the size and complexity of the department typically falling within the TLR 2a/2b band ranging from approximately 3527 to 8611 per annum for 2025/2026).
• A fixed Recruitment and Retention (R&R) Allowance of 2000 per annum.
• Excellent structured leadership development and clear pathways for career progression.

If you are a strategic and ambitious Geography Leader ready to take on the challenge of Head of Geography within a successful Richmond academy please submit your CV outlining your leadership experience and vision.