Head of Geography

The Orme Academy are seeking an inspiring and experienced Head of Geography to lead our dynamic department in our thriving school. The successful candidate will be passionate about delivering high-quality teaching, fostering a love of Geography, and driving academic excellence across Key Stage 3 and 4. You will play a key role in curriculum development, staff leadership, and student achievement, ensuring engaging and inclusive learning experiences for all. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional to shape the strategic direction of the subject and make a lasting impact within a supportive and ambitious school community.

We are rated “Good” by Ofsted and remain committed to building on this success as a team. This achievement reflects the dedication and hard work of our staff, students, and wider school community. We are incredibly proud of the progress we’ve made and are excited to continue providing a high-quality, supportive learning environment where all our pupils can thrive.

The sole ethos for the school community is ‘Empowering Learners for Life’. Whilst we are committed to ensuring that every student makes excellent progress, this concept stretches well beyond academic performance. We firmly believe that every aspect of school should equip learners to be successful in all areas of their lives, both now and for their future. Indeed, every single decision or action taken improves the life chances of all our learners. This is underpinned by ensuring the Academy is a safe, nurturing and happy environment: put simply, The Orme Academy is a great place to learn and a great place to work.

This ethos applies equally to the staff. We believe in empowering our staff to be aspirational and effective leaders of learning and provide a good programme of CPD and induction to support those joining our vibrant community. This CPD includes being part of a large MAT, with its own Institute of Education (IoE) focused on the development of staff. The IoE provides access to wide range of network hubs, subject experts and access to best practice, as well as bespoke CPD opportunities. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly professional and committed team of staff whilst also playing their part in the success and future development of our Academy.

All candidates are required to provide a supporting statement on the formal application forms which states clearly your reasons for applying, skills and experience for this position.Join Shaw Education Trust – Support, Teach, Lead… Make the Remarkable Happen. At Shaw Education Trust, we believe every role holds the power to transform a life. Whether you're supporting behind the scenes, inspiring in the classroom, or leading with vision, you’ll be part of something extraordinary. We are a dynamic and growing family of Primary, Secondary, and Special Schools, proudly serving communities from Birmingham to Bury. Our mission is to unlock opportunity for every young person—whatever th