Head of Geography Department
The Sir John Colfox Academy, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3DT21 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
13 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
23 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Geography
Working pattern
- Full time, part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M1 - UPS3
Additional allowances
TLR 2.1
What skills and experience we're looking for
Head of Geography
Required from September 2026, a well-qualified and successful classroom practitioner to lead the Geography department at The Sir John Colfox Academy. This would suit an experienced teacher looking to make their first step into leadership, or someone with existing leadership responsibilities who is looking to relocate or broaden their experience in another school.
The department follows the AQA specification at GCSE and A-Level and has a well-sequenced curriculum at KS3. Historically the uptake of Geography has been popular at all levels.
For further information, please see the attached recruitment pack, or for an informal discussion about the role please contact Mr T Hardinge (Deputy Headteacher) via the main office: office@colfox.dorset.sch.uk
About the role
We are looking for a colleague who can:
Convey a passion for Geography, including its contemporary relevance in an ever-changing world.
Further develop the curriculum and associated resources to support all students to make excellent progress in Geography.
Adapt teaching so that all students are supported and challenged at an appropriate level.
Build excellent relationships with pupils and colleagues in order to work collaboratively and lead a small team of staff.
Contribute to the wider provision of curricular and extra-curricular activities within the Geography department such as local fieldwork and trips.
Closing date: 12:00pm Monday 13 April 2026
Interview Date: Monday 20 April 2026
What the school offers its staff
About our School
Set in a stunning location overlooking Bridport and the surrounding rolling hills, the Sir John Colfox Academy was built in 1999and offers a lovely environment for staff to work in and where students can achieve their maximum potential.
‘Inspiring learners, Achieving Excellence is our aim’, and we are proud of our wonderful team of teaching and support staff who do their very best to bring this to life for all of our students.
Whilst we are very proud of our record of excellent exam results, and our recent ‘Good’ Ofsted rating, we believe a first class education is about much more than this, and aspire for all our students to have a school experience that gives them access to a wide range of extracurricular activities and cultural enrichment.
For more information please visit our school website:https://www.colfox.org/
We welcome visits to our school - if you would like to arrange a visit or require more information, please refer to the contact details above.
Initio Learning Trust offers a welcoming and supportive environment and can provide:
a genuine commitment to supporting professional development
a supportive and flexible working environment which offers equal opportunities for all
free onsite parking
access to the local government or teachers pension scheme
a range of employee benefits including Cycle to Work and Health Cash Plan
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Initio Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About The Sir John Colfox Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 792 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Sir John Colfox Academy website
- Email address
- atuck@sirjohncolfox.org
- Phone number
- 01308 422291
11 - 18 Comprehensive School
No on roll: 850
Combined Sixth Form: 150
Headteacher: Mr A Shelley MEd, BSc Hons, PGCE, NPQH
Arranging a visit to The Sir John Colfox Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email atuck@sirjohncolfox.org.
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