Head of Science

Head of Science – Potters Bar – £35,602–£54,328 + £10,531 TLR – Immediate Start

***Head of Science – Potters Bar
***Head of Science – Secondary Academy
***Head of Science – Department Leadership
***Head of Science – Full Time, Permanent
***Head of Science – £35,602–£54,328 + £10,531 TLR

Are you an ambitious Science teacher ready to take the next step in your career and lead a department?

Are you passionate about improving teaching, developing an engaging curriculum and raising student achievement?

A growing secondary academy in Potters Bar is looking for an ambitious and committed Head of Science to lead its department, develop teaching practice and help drive the school’s improvement journey.

Head of Science – The Role

As Head of Science, you will lead and develop the department, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning and student outcomes. You will work closely with senior leaders and colleagues to strengthen the curriculum and support the continued development of the academy.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing strategic leadership and direction for the Science department

• Leading, managing and developing departmental staff

• Monitoring teaching quality, curriculum delivery and student progress

• Identifying areas for improvement and implementing effective strategies

• Supporting colleagues with planning, subject knowledge and teaching practice

• Developing the curriculum and improving student outcomes

• Maintaining high expectations for behaviour, engagement and achievement

• Teaching engaging lessons and using assessment to monitor progress

• Contributing to wider school improvement priorities

• Supporting staff appraisal and professional development

The school is looking for a candidate with QTS, a relevant degree and strong Science subject knowledge, alongside successful classroom teaching experience. The successful applicant should have experience leading and developing a team, with the ability to improve teaching, curriculum provision and student outcomes.

Head of Science – The School

This is a growing secondary academy in Potters Bar, with an ambitious vision for improvement. 

The school is focused on high standards, consistent behaviour and a knowledge-rich curriculum that enables every student to succeed. Staff are encouraged to develop their teaching practice, share expertise and contribute to the school's ongoing improvement.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the Science department, develop colleagues and help shape the school's future direction.

If you are an experienced Science teacher ready to lead a department and make a real difference, APPLY NOW or contact Bhupinder at TLTP Education for more information.