We are seeking a Head of Geography who is dedicated, enthusiastic and able to lead the Geography team here at Queen Elizabeth's High School from 1 September 2024. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for someone to head an already successful department and to continue to raise and develop the profile of Geography, and to lead this flagship curriculum area of QEHS to the next level.

The role would ideally suit an individual who, along with the appropriate qualifications and experience in teaching Geography, is extremely motivated and enthusiastic and who is seeking to develop their leadership and management skills. The ability to teach up to and including A Level is essential.

The Geography Department

The QEHS Geography Department is one of the most successful departments in the school. The Department comprises a team of four Geography specialists who are enthusiastic and ambitious for the Department.

Staff have their own teaching rooms and there is a dedicated office for the Department. The Department plans strategically and works hard to support students in their care, as well as each other. All staff new to the team are well supported and are provided with a comprehensive training programme to ensure competence in all areas of the science curriculum and to ensure familiarity with wider school life at QEHS.

Subject reviews and lesson observations consistently show teaching and learning to be good, or better. Planning and policy is open to review and feedback from all stakeholders and takes into consideration well-being and work life balance.

QEHS is a great place to work. Please read the information in this booklet, the relevant job description and have a look at our website. Should you wish to apply, application details are available on our school website ) or by emailing a request to

A letter of application is required to accompany the formal application form. This letter must be limited to two sides of A4 paper and is an opportunity for you to explain how you believe your own experience equips you for the post and for you to outline how you would approach this role at QEHS.

Please clearly indicate whether you are applying for the Head of Department position or the main scale Teacher of Geography role.

You are also welcome to telephone if you have any questions about the post and / or if you would like to arrange a visit to the school.

Completed applications should be submitted by email to by 09.00am on 29 May 2024 We will contact your referees for a reference before the interviews and, for shortlisted candidates, the references will be taken into account in deliberations at the conclusion of the final panel interviews.