Featured secondary Subject Leader (Science) Greenshaw Learning Trust Shirley, Croydon

We are looking for an enthusiastic subject specialist to join our committed Science Department as Subject Leader. The successful candidate will motivate, challenge, support and inspire our students and teachers. They must also have relevant experience in a similar role with a proven track record.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.

Main responsibilities:

• To lead a team of biology, chemistry and physics teachers
• To set, monitor and evaluate the pupil attainment targets at KS3 and in KS4 public examinations to make a measurable contribution to whole school targets
• To lead curriculum development to ensure the delivery of an appropriate, comprehensive, high quality and cost-effective curriculum programme
• To drive a departmental improvement which contributes positively to the achievement of the school development plan and which actively involves all subject teachers in its direction and implementation
• To engage all subject staff in the creation, consistent implementation and ongoing improvement of schemes of learning which encapsulate key school learning strategies and working closely with GLT on curriculum
• To review teaching and learning, monitoring the progress of all pupils including those identified as requiring additional support (SEN) and the highest attaining students
• To contribute to the work of colleagues through CPD, Subject Leader meetings, insets and GLT networks

You will need:

• Education to degree or equivalent in Science (or relevant subject) plus teaching qualification
• Relevant postgraduate studies
• Experience of classroom teaching within a secondary school setting, including evidence of high student achievement and progress
• Demonstrable experience of improving pupil outcomes
• Able to establish good working relationships with a wide range of people – students, colleagues and parents
• Evidence of reflective practice leading to improved skills

What’s in it for you:

• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• Access to Blue Light Card scheme
• Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym Discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

Please download the recruitment pack for further information. Closing date for receipt of applications is 11.59 pm on Sunday 26th April 2026. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date. We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.