Head of Science
hace 2 días
London
Head of Science Islington September 2026 Are you an experienced Head of Science ready to lead a department with real scope for impact in Islington? This large, mixed secondary school is on a clear improvement journey, with Ofsted recognising stronger leadership, improved behaviour systems and a more ambitious curriculum being embedded across subjects. • PermanentHead of Science role in Islington on Inner London MPS/UPS + TLR, • Opportunity to shape and embed a fully sequenced science curriculum across KS3KS5 as Head of Science, • Supportive senior leadership team with a clear focus on raising standards and developing middle leaders, • Improved behaviour systems creating a calm and purposeful learning environment, • Strong CPD and leadership development pathways, ideal for an ambitious Head of Science, • Lead the strategic direction of science, ensuring consistency in teaching, curriculum delivery and assessment as Head of Science, • Drive improvements in GCSE and A-Level outcomes, with a focus on knowledge retention and exam readiness, • Develop staff subject knowledge and pedagogy, including effective practical work, • Use data to close attainment gaps, particularly for disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND and EAL needs, • The school serves a diverse community in Islington, with above-average proportions of disadvantaged pupils and significant SEND and EAL needs, • Ofsted highlighted that while the curriculum is now more ambitious, further work is needed to ensure pupils retain key knowledge over time, a key priority for the incoming Head of Science, • Leaders are focused on embedding consistency across teaching and assessment, providing a strong platform for the Head of Science to drive improvement, • QTS and a strong track record of teaching science at secondary level are essential, • Previous leadership experience or readiness to step into a Head of Science role, • Strong understanding of curriculum design, assessment and raising attainment JBRP1_UKTJ