Head of Department - Geography

Baylis Court School is a popular and oversubscribed school for girls aged 11-18 in Slough, Berkshire. We are seeking to appoint an exceptional Head of Department - Geography to join our fantastic community. Our students are polite, confident and highly motivated. They enjoy school, love learning and are driven to accomplish excellent results. Our “Good” Ofsted reports are not only a tribute to their ambition, but to the commitment of our teaching staff. You will find a refreshingly collaborative culture here, underpinned by mutual respect and trust. The Principal and Senior Leadership Team are visible, positive and proactive. Staff enjoy working at Baylis Court where they are recognised and valued, enjoying personalised professional development that is tailored to each individual’s interests and aspirations. The successful candidate for this post of Head of Department - Geography will demonstrate commitment to their professional development, innovation in relation to their subject specialism as well as the ability to challenge students of different abilities to include the most able. They will be an excellent classroom teacher in their career to date with evidence of successful teaching and a commitment to the wider life of a school. They will be able to demonstrate leadership of a department or wanting to pursue the next step to leadership. The person appointed will be given full support in their career development as we believe that development of staff is a key aspect in raising standards for our students. If you believe that you are the right person for this role, we look forward to hearing from you. We also a forward-thinking Employee Assistance Programme, Medical Cash Plan, Wider wallet Benefit Hub, Cycle to Work, Wider Wallet Fitness, eyecare vouchers no lesson cover and generous non-teaching time allocation. Since we are close to the centre of Slough, travel connections are first-rate, with the M4 within easy reach and the mainline rail station. CLOSING DATE: noon, 19 May 2026 If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Allison Worley, Human Resources Manager aworley@thameslearningtrust.co.uk or Rosie Bounds, Principal’s PA on RBO@bayliscourt.slough.sch.uk We may invite strong applicants to interview before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged. Thames Learning Trust is committed to adhering to the DFE guidance "Keeping Children Safe in Education". It is the individual's responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people in the school. Satisfactory references, enhanced DBS clearance & social media check is required for this post. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You are required to comply with the school’s Health and Safety policy at all times.