Overview

Head of Geography (Mortimer Community College) Mainscale/UPS + TLR2b. Required for January 2026 or earlier if possible.

We wish to appoint an inspirational Head of Department with high aspirations, enthusiasm and a high level of commitment to raising students’ achievements within our Geography Department. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and innovative teacher who wants to make a real difference to the lives of our students through their passion of teaching Geography, and by shaping and implementing their vision for the subject across the school.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate energy, enthusiasm and vision in leading the Geography Department.
• Commit to improving the lives of young people through high-quality teaching and leadership.
• Willingness to take risks and support innovation in teaching and learning.
• Promote innovative teaching and a commitment to sharing good practice.
• Make inclusion a reality for all students.
• Share and implement your vision for Geography across the school.
• Engage in professional learning and embrace the school’s culture of continuous improvement.

What we can offer

• Outstanding CPD in Quality of Education.
• A school recognised nationally in 2020 as being in the top 200 improving and performing schools in the country.
• A culture that encourages risk taking in teaching.
• A school where mental health is embraced as part of the culture.
• A school where students and staff are valued and where chasing positions on league tables is not a priority.
• A long-term approach to improvement focused on life-long learning for all and quality teaching and learning.

Safeguarding and recruitment

Mortimer Community College and South Tyneside Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks.

In line with the guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education, schools may carry out an online search as part of their due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

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Application information

For an Application form, please contact: recruitment@mortimer.school

Completed Application forms are to be returned by Noon Friday 26 September 2025.