Job title: Head of Geography
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Primary / Infant / Junior
Functional Expertise: Head of Department / Middle Leader
Salary type: Annual
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Acton, Ealing
Job published: 29-04-2025
Job ID: 103045

Job Description

Head of Geography – Acton, West London

We are supporting an ambitious and growing secondary school in Acton, West London in their search for a passionate and highly effective Head of Geography to join their team this September. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a successful department in a school that delivers high standards in teaching, behaviour and academic excellence.

  • Head of Geography opportunity at a new and rapidly expanding secondary school in Acton

  • Excellent location – just a 5-minute walk from Acton Town station in West London

  • Full-time, permanent role with a September 2025 start

  • MPS/UPS salary range (£39,739 - £51,545) plus TLR2 for leadership responsibility

  • Interviews taking place on a rolling basis – early applications encouraged

Why apply for this Head of Geography role in Acton?

  • Twice the number of standard CPD days – giving you more time for reflection and development

  • Weekly whole-school training tailored to school priorities

  • Individual coaching provided for all teaching staff

  • Protected co-planning time and collaborative curriculum design

  • Join a collaborative network of high-achieving schools

  • Benefit from supportive leadership who actively reduce workload for staff

  • Students who are respectful, well-behaved and committed to learning

What does this Head of Geography role involve?

  • Lead, manage and develop a highly motivated Geography department

  • Monitor and improve the quality of teaching, curriculum design and student outcomes

  • Model exemplary teaching and lead departmental planning

  • Analyse data to drive progress and achievement across all key stages

  • Manage the departmental budget and oversee the use of resources

  • Contribute to whole-school development through collaboration and innovation

This Head of Geography post in Acton is ideal for a subject leader looking to make a real impact in a growing school. The school’s high expectations, strong staff culture, and exemplary student behaviour provide a fantastic platform for ambitious professionals to lead and grow.

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 in Acton. 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.

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