Head of Geography
Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 0DG18 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
18 May 2026 at 9am
Date listed
30 April 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
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPR/UPR
Additional allowances
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What skills and experience we're looking for
Ossett Academy & Accord Sixth Form are seeking to appoint a visionary Head of Geography, with the expertise to drive academic excellence and lead a forward-thinking team and inspire pupils with a love of the subject.
As Head of Geography, you will lead a friendly and passionate team, shaping and developing an engaging and ambitious curriculum that brings Geography to life. You will deliver high‑quality teaching, support pupils to achieve their very best, and work closely with colleagues across the Humanities department and wider academy. You will also play an active role in the wider life of the Academy, contributing positively to its ethos and culture
This is an exciting opportunity for an excellent teacher of Geography who enjoys working collaboratively and has high expectations for all pupils. Whether you are an experienced middle leader or someone ready to take the next step in your leadership journey, this role offers the chance to make a real difference within a supportive and welcoming community.
We are looking for someone who is a skilled and enthusiastic Geography teacher, who can encourage curiosity, discussion and challenge in the classroom. You will value teamwork, be keen to share good practice, and be committed to supporting both pupils and colleagues. Strong organisational skills and a desire to continue developing as a leader are essential.
If you have the vision and skills to lead and deliver inspirational teaching, and the strategic drive to build an engaging curriculum that captivates every pupil, we want to hear from you.
We are confident that new staff joining our Trust will feel welcomed and happy to have chosen us. Prospective applicants are welcome to visit prior to applying.
What the school offers its staff
As a Trust, we have developed an extensive range of employee benefits and we also encourage prospective candidates to look at our website for further information regarding our ‘People Pledge’ and our recently launched Employee Benefit package Working For Our Trust - Accord (accordmat.org).
Here are a few examples of employee benefits that focus on our employees Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing:
- Membership to either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Technology scheme via SmartTech*
- Access to an extensive discounts platform via Accord Rewards
- Access to an industry leading Employee Assistance Programme
- 24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner through Corporate Paid Healthcare Cash Plans
- Access to health and wellbeing services, with the ability to claim money back for essential healthcare such as prescriptions, optical and dental care through Corporate Paid Healthcare Cash Plans.
- Cycle to Work Scheme*
- Free annual flu jab
- Free, on-site parking at every site
- Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings
*restrictions apply
Further information about the job
The Accord Multi Academy Trust was established in September 2016 and is currently made up of five academies, four of which were the founding members of the Trust. The Trust is committed to providing world class education for all our young people within our community and as such we recognise the pivotal role that our staff team have in this respect. The Trust places at the heart of its development a commitment to high quality professional development for all staff who join the Trust. We understand that by investing in our staff we will create an organisation with a shared vision and values that will transform education for young people.
We offer a supportive work environment with a dedicated and approachable central operational team and an educational strategy group who will work with you in order for you to reach your career goals and aspirations.
For an informal discussion about this position please contact hr@accordmat.org or call on 01924 921213.
Closing Date: Monday 18 May 2026 at 9:00am
Interviews likely to be held: Week commencing 18 May 2026
Application forms are available from https://accordmat.org/vacancies/
Completed application forms to be returned to hr@accordmat.org.
Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Accord Multi Academy Trust reserves the right to interview sooner than the specified dates above. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.
We are committed to providing a culture of inclusion, respect and equity of opportunity that attracts, supports, and retains high quality colleagues from all backgrounds and across all job roles at the Trust. We welcome and encourage applications from, but not limited to Black, Asian, other ethnic minority groups, individuals who identify as LGBT+; and/or are registered with a disability. Candidates will always be shortlisted based on the content of application against the job description and essential criteria without access to the personal details information.
The Accord Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Accord Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Applying for the job
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View advert on school website (opens in new tab)About Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1728 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College website
- Email address
- hr@accordmat.org
- Phone number
- 01924 921213
Ossett Academy is part of the Accord Multi Academy Trust which is a Wakefield based Trust; all four academies in the Trust are closely located to one another which lends itself to many opportunities to work closely and collaboratively. All academies are within a three-mile radius of one another and can be found a short drive off junction 40 of the M1.
Arranging a visit to Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@accordmat.org.
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