Head of Science

Enfield Town
8 months ago
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Location: Enfield
Contract Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: £220 - £320 per day (based on experience and qualifications)

Inspire Innovation. Lead with Purpose. Drive Scientific Excellence.

A transformative opportunity awaits for an ambitious and visionary Head of Science ready to take the reins of a dynamic department and elevate scientific learning to new heights. This is your chance to shape the direction of science education within a progressive and inclusive secondary school located in Enfield.

If you’re a passionate science educator with leadership experience and a track record of delivering academic success, this could be the role that defines the next chapter of your career.

Your Role as Head of Science:

As the Head of Science, you’ll lead by example—both in and out of the classroom. Your role will focus on:

Curriculum Development & Innovation: Design and deliver a forward-thinking, broad, and balanced science curriculum across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, in line with current research and curriculum standards.

Team Leadership: Inspire and develop a strong team of science teachers through mentoring, coaching, and collaborative planning.

Raising Achievement: Implement data-driven strategies to drive student progress, raise attainment, and close learning gaps across all key stages.

Teaching Excellence: Deliver outstanding, engaging lessons that spark curiosity and foster a deep understanding of scientific principles.

Quality Assurance: Monitor teaching quality, assess outcomes, and drive continuous improvement through rigorous self-evaluation.

Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Work closely with senior leaders and contribute to whole-school initiatives and development plans.

Promoting STEM: Champion the importance of STEM subjects and help build pathways into further education and science-related careers.

✅ The Ideal Head of Science Will Bring:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a degree in a science-related field.

Experience teaching science at both KS3 and KS4 (KS5 desirable).

Proven success in leading a department or coordinating subject delivery.

A passion for science education and the ambition to raise standards.

Strong people management, communication, and strategic planning skills.

A genuine commitment to inclusion, diversity, and nurturing student potential.

An enhanced DBS registered on the update service, or willingness to apply for one.

Why Join This School?

You will be part of a thriving school that values curiosity, collaboration, and creativity. The leadership team is committed to providing ongoing CPD, trust-wide support, and a clear pathway for career progression. With state-of-the-art facilities and a culture of high aspiration, the school offers the ideal platform for a Head of Science to lead with impact.

Safeguarding Notice

Please be advised that this role requires a thorough understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and all successful applicants must undergo the necessary pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS registered on the update service or willingness to obtain one.

Ready to lead a high-performing science team and shape the future of science education?

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