Head of Geography
About This Role
Position: Head of Geography
Location: On site, Westbury-on-Trym BS9 3BA
Hours: The role will entail teaching between 0.8 and a full timetable
Start date: 1 September 2026
The closing date for applications is Monday 20th April at 8:00am
Interviews are scheduled for Tuesday 27th April
Qualified candidates may be interviewed prior to the closing date, and the school holds the right to withdraw the position if an appointment is made early; thus, early applications are encouraged.
While the intended start date for this role is 1 September, we are open to a January start for the ideal candidate.
We seek a dynamic and inspiring Head of Geography to lead the department at Badminton.
Key responsibilities include:
• Overall responsibility for leading and managing the Geography department
• Ensuring Geography is taught in an engaging and challenging way, allowing each pupil to reach her full potential
• Contributing to the teaching of the department as per the timetable
• Developing suitable specifications, materials, and schemes of work
• Representing the department in all curriculum-related matters during Head of Department and full staff meetings
To be eligible for this position, we are looking for candidates who possess:
• A good degree or equivalent qualification
• Excellent subject knowledge
• Experience working with young people
• The ability to inspire, lead, and manage a team
For comprehensive details regarding the essential and desirable criteria, please refer to the person specification in the candidate brochure.
What We Offer:
• Complimentary lunch provided
• Onsite parking, access to the school gym, and use of the heated swimming pool (at designated times)
• Membership in the pension scheme (including life cover)