Head of Geography (Deputy Director of Global)

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Start Date: 1st January 2027

Tibshelf Community School is a successful, oversubscribed 11-16 school with 834 students on roll. It is situated close to Chesterfield on the edge of the Peak District National Park and has good transport links, being close to the M1.

Applications are welcome from both experienced Heads of Department and teachers aspiring for middle leadership. You will be responsible for enthusing students about Geography as well as ensuring excellent outcomes for all groups of students to make at least good progress.

The successful candidate will uphold our inclusive ethos, provide opportunities for all students to progress well, be highly motivated and ambitious for all students through an unrelenting focus on them as individuals and have a passionate belief in the ability for all students to succeed.

If you want to work as part of an enthusiastic and talented team of staff and be part of creating a vibrant and innovative learning environment, then we invite you to apply.

Applicants are encouraged to visit the school in advance of applying, for an informal chat and tour of the school and should contact Mrs Sue Gent, Director of Global (s.gent@tibshelf.derbyshire.sch.uk) to arrange this.

If appointed and you are looking to relocate, we can help with the incurred costs.

Please apply via this link https://mynewterm.com/jobs/112949/EDV-2026-TCS-55414 only

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.