Assistant Head of Geography

E-ACT the Oldham Academy North, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL2 5BF

21 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2027 (would consider an earlier start if candidate is currently without work)

• Closing date

  2 November 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  9 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Geography
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £34,069.00 - £52,835.00 Annually (Actual) TLR2B,

Assistant Head of Geography job summary

Job Title: Assistant Head of Geography

Are you a passionate and ambitious Geography teacher looking to take the next step in your leadership career? Do you have the drive to inspire both students and colleagues whilst helping to shape an outstanding Geography curriculum?

The Oldham Academy North is seeking an exceptional Assistant Head of Geography to support the leadership and development of our thriving department. This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding classroom practitioner who is ready to contribute to curriculum innovation, drive high standards of teaching and learning, and help secure excellent outcomes for all students. Based on the responsibilities outlined in the Assistant Curriculum Leader JD.docx, the role includes supporting curriculum development, quality assurance, staff development, pupil achievement, and the strategic improvement of the subject area.

Working closely with the Head of Geography, you will play a key role in raising attainment, supporting colleagues, analysing student progress, and ensuring Geography remains a dynamic and engaging subject for every learner. You will have the opportunity to influence whole-school improvement priorities while developing your own leadership skills within a supportive and ambitious academy environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Support the leadership and development of the Geography department, helping to drive high standards of teaching, learning and student achievement.
• Monitor student progress and attainment, using data effectively to identify priorities and implement strategies that improve outcomes for all learners.
• Contribute to the design, implementation and continuous development of an ambitious and engaging Geography curriculum.
• Support quality assurance activities, including lesson observations, learning walks and work scrutiny, to ensure consistently high standards across the department.
• Coach, support and collaborate with colleagues to share best practice, develop teaching expertise and contribute to whole-school improvement priorities

Pay range: MPS1 - UPS3 + TLR2B - £34,069.00 - £52,835.00 + £6,281.00

Qualifications and Skills:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a relevant degree and a strong subject knowledge of Geography.

Proven ability to deliver high-quality teaching that secures excellent student progress and achievement.

Strong leadership and organisational skills with the ability to motivate, support and develop colleagues.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents and staff.

Skilled in analysing student performance data and using this information to drive improvement and raise standards across the department

E-ACT The Oldham Academy North | Trust, Endurance, Autonomy, Mastery

E-ACT The Oldham Academy North is a dynamic and inclusive 11-16 secondary academy located in Oldham. Rooted in our core values of Trust, Endurance, Autonomy, and Mastery, we committed to fostering an environment where students thrive academically, personally, and socially.

We hold ourselves to high expectations, challenging our students to excel in all areas of their education. Beyond academic excellence, we inspire and empower them to become ambassadors for their community, instilling a sense of responsibility and pride in their role as contributors to the greater whole.

Join us on this journey of education, growth, and community engagement, where we value Trust, Endurance, Autonomy, and Mastery are at every step.

Join us in Opening Minds, Opening Doors!

Are you ready to join a vibrant educational community where every child is empowered to flourish and every colleague is supported to thrive? At our academy, we are passionate about developing the whole child through a nurturing, inclusive, and ambitious culture. With a strong people-first ethos, we invest in our staff just as much as our pupils, recognising that great teaching starts with great support. If you're driven by purpose and want to make a lasting impact, we would love to welcome you.

What are we about?

Join a trust that is going places!

At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our ‘Opening Minds, Opening Doors’ strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard.

We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and nationally, providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Most recently, E-ACT was named Large Trust MAT of the Year 2026 at the MAT Excellence Awards. Our achievements are further recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, as well as the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024.

E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour. In addition, Greenfields Academy has been designated as a RISE Reception Network Lead School. This is a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence.

With 37 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don’t just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive.

Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk

Benefits:

Financial and Lifestyle

We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.

Professional Growth and Development

We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.

Culture and Wellbeing

Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.

Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information.

How to apply:

Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application.

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About E-ACT the Oldham Academy North

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1258 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: E-ACT the Oldham Academy North website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-oldham-academy-north

The Oldham Academy North is an ambitious, inclusive 11-16 secondary academy in Oldham. We have over 1100 students on roll and set high expectations for our students in all areas and encourage them to become ambassadors for their community.

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