Assistant Headteacher - Science Lead
Teaching and Learning, Curriculum and Academic Assessment
Salary: Leadership Scale L4-L8
Location: The Kassia Academy, Fallowfield Grove, Longbarn, Warrington, WA2 0QQ
Start date: January 2027
Closing date: 12 noon on Wednesday 14 October 2026
Interviews: Week commencing Monday 19 October 2026
Core Purpose
The Assistant Headteacher Science Lead will provide strategic and operational leadership for science while contributing to the leadership of teaching, learning, curriculum and academic assessment across The Kassia Academy.
The post-holder will ensure that Science is ambitious, coherent, well sequenced and responsive to the needs and starting points of pupils.
Working closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team, the post-holder will strengthen classroom practice, develop staff, improve the use of assessment and contribute to whole-school improvement. The role includes a teaching commitment and the post-holder must be willing and able to teach Mathematics at Key Stage 4 according to the needs of the academy.
Key Accountabilities
Lead the strategic development, implementation and evaluation of the Science curriculum.
Improve the quality and consistency of teaching, learning and assessment across the academy.
Secure strong pupil progress in science from individual starting points.
Develop staff subject knowledge, pedagogy and confidence through coaching and professional learning.
Use assessment information effectively to identify gaps, plan provision and evaluate impact.
Contribute to safeguarding, positive behaviour and the effective day-to-day leadership of the academy.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Leadership of Science
Provide strategic leadership and oversight of science across the academy, establishing a clear vision and high expectations for the subject.
Design, implement and regularly review an ambitious, coherent and appropriately sequenced Science curriculum that meets the needs of pupils with SEND and social, emotional and mental health needs.
Ensure that schemes of work, medium-term plans and lesson resources build knowledge and skills progressively from pupils’ individual starting points.
Ensure appropriate pathways, qualifications and accreditation are in place at Key Stage 4 and that pupils are prepared effectively for examinations and assessments.
Monitor the quality of science provision through learning reviews, lesson visits, work scrutiny, assessment analysis and pupil voice, taking prompt action where improvement is required.
Evaluate pupil attainment and progress in science, identify gaps and coordinate timely intervention and support.
Develop staff subject knowledge and Science pedagogy through modelling, coaching, collaborative planning and targeted professional development.
Promote pupils’ scientific literacy, enquiry skills, curiosity and understanding of how Science connects to everyday life, future study and employment.
Ensure practical Science is planned and delivered safely, with appropriate risk assessments, supervision and controls for equipment, substances and activities in line with academy procedures and relevant guidance.
Oversee the effective and responsible use of science resources and contribute to budget planning and procurement for the subject.
Keep up to date with developments in science education, curriculum requirements and relevant qualifications, advising senior leaders on their implications for the academy.
Teaching and Learning
Support the implementation and review of the curriculum across subjects and interventions, ensuring it is ambitious, inclusive and responsive to pupils’ needs.
Contribute to the monitoring and evaluation of teaching and learning across the academy and support consistent, high-quality practice.
Lead and support whole-school priorities for teaching and learning in line with the School Improvement Plan.
Provide advice, guidance and practical support to subject leaders and teachers to strengthen planning, teaching and classroom practice.
Undertake learning reviews and lesson observations and provide clear, constructive and developmental feedback.
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Contact Details:
Kassia Academy and Support Services Recruitment Team
