Head of Science

Job: Head of Science

School: Secondary Academy, Bexley, Southeast London

Annual Salary: Enhanced MPS/UPS including Outer London Allowance + TLR2 (£36,469 -£54,055 + £8,279)

Contract: Permanent, full-time

Start date: April 2025 or sooner

Aston Education is working with an Ofsted Good 11-18 secondary Academy in Bexley, in Southeast London bordering Kent. They are looking for a permanent Head of Science. 

The school have a maximum teaching load of 25 periods per week (based on a full-time teacher with no responsibilities) which is lower than the national average of 27. For this role, your maximum will be 21.

The school is part of a respected medium size multi academy trust, and their reputation is built on a tradition of high standards and academic excellence.

The School and the MAT offer:

• An extensive support network
• Teachers’ pension
• A wide range of professional development opportunities
• Attractive benefits package
• Excellent facilities
• Free car parking

As a Head of Science, you’ll lead the delivery of high-quality, engaging Science education across key stages 3, 4 and 5. You’ll plan and deliver outstanding lessons and inspire and motivate students of all abilities to achieve their full potential.

The Science department uses adaptive teaching strategies and multiple representations to drive the understanding of their students.

To be successful in this role, you will need to have a deep understanding of the Science curriculum and a passion for sharing your knowledge with others. You will need to be an excellent communicator with QTS/QTLS. Applications from Physics or Chemistry specialists would be particularly welcomed.

Closing date: As soon as possible

Applications: Please contact Tarja Aila at Aston Education for an informal chat about this Head of Science job and to apply, tarja.aila@astoneducation.co.uk or call her on 07399 399 753.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.