HOD Geography - Yateley

Subject Lead of Geography

Salary: WMAT COREM1 – EXCELM3 + TLR 2b (Negotiable for the right candidate)

Required from: September 2025

You will have the opportunity to contribute to the leadership of a committed and hard-working team of staff in a vital curriculum area. Humanities at Frogmore consists of History, Geography, Religious Studies and sociology.

In February 2022 Ofsted reported ‘The school is well led and managed. Staff value the support they receive and leaders’ concern for their workload and well-being. Leaders provide effective support to the early career teachers (ECTs).’

Frogmore Community College is a 11-16 school in the north of Hampshire. The school was again rated Good by Ofsted in February 2022.

Requirements

Disclosure Level: Enhanced DBS

We are seeking an exceptional Geography specialist to join our Humanities faculty as Subject Lead of Geography. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate teacher and emerging leader ready to shape the vision for Geography and support the wider success of the faculty.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Faculty Leader in communicating a clear vision for Geography
• Lead by example, promoting the highest professional standards
• Support the development of team members through coaching, observation, and sharing best practice
• Monitor the quality of teaching and learning through lesson observations
• Promote best practice in Humanities teaching across the faculty

• Drive excellent student outcomes across all key stages in Geography
• Set high expectations for teaching and contribute to quality assurance
• Identify underachievement and implement targeted interventions
• Champion Geography through high-quality curricular and extra-curricular opportunities
• Maintain a high standard of behaviour and engagement in lessons
• Celebrate student achievement and promote a culture of success

General Expectations:

• Collaborate across the Humanities faculty and wider school
• Uphold the expectations of the Upper Pay Range (if applicable)
• Contribute to whole-school improvement and the development of inclusive learning environments

Join us and lead a subject with a strong foundation and excellent potential for further growth.

• Fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Attend statutory training and adhere to all relevant policies
• Promote student wellbeing through empathy, kindness, and support

• Use varied assessment strategies, with a focus on formative approaches
• Track progress and use data to inform interventions
• Provide constructive feedback and guide students in reflecting on their learning

• Maintain secure knowledge of the curriculum and pedagogy
• Plan engaging extra-curricular opportunities in Geography
• Contribute to whole-school initiatives and school improvement plans

• Support in the development of schemes of learning, resources, and policies
• Assist with faculty development planning
• Contribute to school-wide strategic planning

• Participate actively in school CPD and personal professional growth
• Engage in the Performance Management Review process

• Take part in curriculum review and evaluation activities
• Communicate effectively with parents and external agencies
• Support marketing and liaison events, including open evenings

• Support effective use of learning resources
• Contribute to the management and deployment of support staff
• Maintain a purposeful and inclusive classroom environment

• Act as tutor to a group of students, supporting their academic and personal development
• Support attendance, PSHCE delivery, and the broader pastoral programme

Join us at Frogmore Community College and be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team committed to inclusive, high-quality education. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community and will provide reasonable adjustments to support accessibility and equity in employment.

Benefits

Salary: WMAT COREM1 – EXCELM3 + TLR 2b (Negotiable for the right candidate)

Permanent