Head of Geography

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 4‑11. 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.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head of Geography to join our fantastic team.

About the role

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 be managing the department and delivering engaging, challenging and inspiring lessons that develop students' understanding of the physical and human change in our world. In this role you will have the opportunity to lead the Geography Department by example, leading development of schemes of work and collaboration with other departments. Implementation and review of department plans, policies curriculum document and risk assessments in liaison with the Geography Department and Senior Leadership Team. You will also have the opportunity to provide pastoral support, guidance and monitoring to your Form Group and other students and engage in school's enrichment programmes and co‑curricular activities.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for an experienced Head of Geography candidate, who is passionate about their specialty. The successful candidate will:

• Have excellent communication, interpersonal skills and organisational skills.
• Commitment to working collaboratively with colleagues and external agencies.
• Ability to coach colleagues to continually develop their teaching.
• Ability to use data to monitor progress across a key academic department.
• Undergraduate degree and PGCE (or equivalent) in Geography (or related subject).
• Experience of mentoring.
• Experience of 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 are seeking a Head of Geography who is reliable, professional and is able to work 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. The Closing Date for Applications is: 22nd 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 is 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 prior to closing date for the right applicant.