Head of Geography

An outstanding teacher of Geography is required to join CLS as the Head of Department in September 2022. The post will involve teaching Geography to years 6 – 13. Experience in a position of responsibility to date in their present school is advantageous and this is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in Middle Leadership and, ultimately, beyond. The ideal candidate will have a clear vision for teaching and learning in Geography and an ability to inspire others to fulfil their potential. They will be an outstanding classroom practitioner, able to lead by example. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing the Geography Department, and taking responsibility for the teaching, progress and attainment of all pupils from Old Grammar (Y6) to Senior Sixth (Y13). 

Geography is vibrant and successful at CLS; Old Grammar (Y6) to Third Form broadly cover a bespoke course and around 70 pupils a year opt for the Cambridge IGCSE. There are regularly two A-Level groups. There is a rich supra-curricular programme as well, which is overseen by the Head of Department, including journal writing and trips. 

The School has a long-standing record of high academic achievement (92.5% of A-Level and Pre-U entries gained A* to B/D1-M1 grades in 2019). There is also much happening in terms of co-curricular activities, and all staff are expected to be fully involved in School life. The School takes its environmental responsibilities very seriously; it is committed to operating in an increasingly sustainable way.

We aspire to attract a staff that matches the social and cultural diversity of the CLS community. We welcome applications from anyone with the relevant skills and abilities, and particularly from those who may not previously have thought of applying to a school such as ours. We use CVMinder to anonymise applications.

CLS was named by The Sunday Times as London Independent Secondary School of the Year 2020, and occupies fine, modern buildings near St. Paul’s Cathedral overlooking the Thames, opposite the Tate Modern. There are impressive off-site sports facilities in south-east London. 

City of London School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Salary: £34,460 to £56,510 plus two progression points to £60,250 per annum (2021-2022). In addition, you will receive an allowance for the role and a nominal allocation.

Closing date: Wednesday, 9 February, 9:00 am.

Interviews will be held on Thursday 24 February.

How to apply: Please click on the "Apply via school website", this will take you to our external vacancies page where you will be able to view the job pack and click on either "Register" or if you already have an account, "My CVMinder" to complete your application.