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Head of Geography
- Posted 19 January 2026
- Salary £38000 - £55000 per annum, Benefits: High-quality CPD with clear leadership progression pathways
- LocationElstree
- Job type Permanent
- Discipline Teachers & ECT's , Heads of Department & Middle Leaders
- ReferenceV-114746
Job description
Head of Geography | Borehamwood, Hertfordshire | September 2026 Start
We are working in partnership with a high-performing independent secondary school in Hertfordshire, to appoint an ambitious and inspirational Head of Geography for a September 2026 start.
This role is ideal for an experienced Head of Geography seeking a new challenge, or a high-performing Geography teacher ready to step up into middle leadership.
Salary & Benefits
Why Join This School?
The Role | Head of Geography
The Ideal Candidate | Head of Geography
Essential Criteria
Application | Head of Geography
To be considered for this Head of Geography opportunity, please submit your up-to-date CV.
Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Head of Geography role in Hertfordshire. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Head of Geography role.
We are working in partnership with a high-performing independent secondary school in Hertfordshire, to appoint an ambitious and inspirational Head of Geography for a September 2026 start.
This role is ideal for an experienced Head of Geography seeking a new challenge, or a high-performing Geography teacher ready to step up into middle leadership.
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
- Independent school benefits package
- Excellent professional development opportunities
Why Join This School?
- Forward-thinking independent school with excellent academic outcomes
- Strong emphasis on staff wellbeing and professional development
- High-quality CPD with clear leadership progression pathways
- Well-resourced Humanities faculty with a collaborative culture
- Engaged, motivated pupils and small class sizes
The Role | Head of Geography
- Lead and develop the Geography department across KS3-KS5
- Shape and deliver a rigorous, engaging Geography curriculum
- Line-manage and mentor Geography staff
- Monitor pupil progress and drive high standards of teaching and learning
- Contribute to whole-school initiatives and strategic development
The Ideal Candidate | Head of Geography
Essential Criteria
- PGCE (Secondary) in Geography with QTS
- Strong subject knowledge across Physical and Human Geography
- Proven track record of excellent classroom practice
- Either:
- Current Head of Geography seeking a move, or
- An ambitious Geography teacher ready to step up into a first Head of Department role
Application | Head of Geography
To be considered for this Head of Geography opportunity, please submit your up-to-date CV.
Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Head of Geography role in Hertfordshire. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Head of Geography role.
