Head of Geography in London

Cognita has formed a partnership with the Alleyn’s Schools Group to establish two leading independent day schools in north London. This pioneering collaboration brings together one of the world’s most influential education groups, Cognita, which educates over 100,000 students across 21 countries, and Alleyn’s, south London’s finest co‑educational day school and Co‑educational School of the Year 2025.

As part of this partnership, North Bridge House Regent’s Park Prep and North Bridge House Hampstead are becoming Alleyn’s schools. Alleyn’s Regent’s Park successfully transitioned this September, welcoming pupils aged 3–11. Alleyn’s Hampstead will follow in September 2026, offering an exceptional education for pupils aged 2–18 and bringing the distinctive Alleyn’s ethos of academic excellence, creativity, and care to north London.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Geography specialist to lead the provision of Geography across the 11‑18 age group at Alleyn’s Hampstead. The Head of Geography will manage the department, delivering engaging, challenging and inspiring lessons that develop students’ understanding of the physical and human change in our world.

In this role you will lead the Geography Department by example, develop schemes of work, collaborate with other departments, and implement and review department plans, policies, curriculum documents and risk assessments in liaison with the Senior Leadership Team. You will also provide pastoral support, guidance and monitoring to your Form Group and other students, and engage in the school’s enrichment programmes and co‑curricular activities.

Who we are looking for:

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Commitment to working collaboratively with colleagues and external agencies.
• Ability to coach colleagues for continuous teaching development.
• Ability to use data to monitor progress across a key academic department.
• Undergraduate degree and PGCE (or equivalent) in Geography or a related subject.
• Experience of mentoring.
• Experience engaging a wide range of learners in physical and human geography across the 11‑18 age range.
• Experience as a Form Tutor or similar pastoral role.
• Experience developing new schemes of work and broadening the curriculum.

Above all, we seek a Head of Geography who is reliable, professional and works with integrity and good humour to support student welfare and departmental success.

Benefits at Cognita:

• Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience.
• Free lunch provided during term time.
• Teachers’ pension.
• School holidays and public holidays.
• School fee discount.
• Exclusive third‑party discounts.
• Professional development.

How to Apply:

Complete this application before the closing date: 31st May 2026. Cognita Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available on the school website. Details on recruitment of ex‑offenders are included within the application guidance.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background. Early applications are encouraged; we reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date for the right applicant.