Head of Science

Head of Science –  Permanent – September Start
Are you an ambitious Head of Science  looking for an exciting new challenge? Or an experienced Science Teacher ready to step into a leadership role? This successful secondary school in Shrewsbury is looking to appoint a dynamic and dedicated Head of Science for a permanent September start.

This is an excellent opportunity to lead a successful and well-supported Science department within a school that is known for its strong leadership, positive learning environment and excellent facilities. The school places a strong focus on high standards, staff development and student achievement, creating an environment where both staff and students can thrive.

As Head of Science, you will lead the department across Key Stages 3 and 4, driving standards of teaching, learning and progress throughout the subject area. You will support and develop staff, oversee curriculum planning and ensure students receive engaging and challenging Science lessons that inspire a love of the subject.

This role would suit an experienced Head of Science or a strong classroom practitioner looking to take the next step into middle leadership.

Job Role:

Leading and managing the Science department across Key Stages 3 and 4
Driving high standards of teaching, learning and student achievement
Supporting and developing teachers within the department
Planning and implementing an engaging and ambitious Science curriculum
Monitoring progress and using data to support improvement strategies
Promoting high expectations and positive behaviour within the department
Supporting whole-school improvement initiatives and leadership priorities
Ensuring effective use of specialist facilities and resourcesIn Return You Will:

Secure a permanent leadership role from September
Work within a successful and supportive secondary school
Have access to excellent facilities and resources
Be part of a collaborative and ambitious leadership team
Receive ongoing professional development opportunities
Be paid in line with leadership scale and experience
Work in a positive environment focused on achievement and progressionIf you are interested in this Head of Science opportunity, please “Apply Now” or contact The Education Network Birmingham for more information. Not the role for you? Ask about our other Science Teacher or leadership vacancies or refer a colleague and ask about our excellent referral scheme.

The Education Network Offer:

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days