Head of Science

North London
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: MPR/UPR + TLR1d (including Outer London Allowance), with additional benefits including a well-being cash plan and access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS).

Are you an outstanding Science educator with the ambition and vision to lead a thriving department to even greater success?

Our Client is looking for a creative, innovative, and dedicated Head of Science to drive achievement, inspire colleagues, and ignite a lifelong love of science in every student.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a well-established and forward-thinking department, supported by a Second in Charge and subject-specific Heads of Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. The successful candidate will play a key strategic role in shaping the future of science education at the school—building on recent successes and driving further improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the strategic development and day-to-day management of the Science department

• Cultivate a culture of collaboration, high expectations, and continuous improvement among staff

• Ensure consistently high-quality teaching and learning across all science disciplines and key stages

• Analyse and utilise student performance data to inform planning, intervention, and progress tracking

• Drive innovation in curriculum design and champion extracurricular opportunities that enhance students’ scientific understanding and engagement

What We’re Looking For:

• A dynamic and experienced Science educator with proven leadership capabilities or the clear potential to lead

• Strong subject expertise across one or more scientific disciplines, and a passion for promoting science education

• A commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment and raising standards for all learners

• Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and support staff

• A forward-thinking mindset, eager to contribute to whole-school improvement and innovation

About the School

Based in North London, Our Client has over 1,000 students, including a vibrant and growing sixth form. The school serves a diverse and dynamic local community. Many students speak English as an additional language, and a significant proportion are entitled to the Pupil Premium. The school is currently rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted (July 2021).

We Offer:

• Career development & training: Access to a wide range of CPD opportunities, including the Ambition Institute’s Early Career and NPQ programmes.

• Innovative teaching support: Benefit from our partnership with One World and our Instructional Excellence Program.

• Generous benefits: Comprehensive pension, healthcare, and financial wellbeing support.

• Lifestyle perks: Discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and electric vehicle incentives.

Ready to lead, inspire, and make a lasting impact? Start your journey with Our Client this September.