Deputy Director of Learning - ScienceEDV/2026/CECAOA/67936 in Isle of Wight

We are looking for a Deputy Director of Learning for Science to support the Director in leading and developing high-quality teaching and learning within their subject area, and across the academy with a focus on raising standards of student attainment and achievement. Applications are welcome from teachers of all science specialisms; however, there is a requirement that the postholder will be competent in teaching A Level Biology.

At Cowes Enterprise College, we’re not just educators, we’re mentors, guides, and champions of lifelong learning. Our mission is clear: to nurture a love for learning and equip our students with the skills they need to thrive in life beyond the classroom. Cowes Enterprise College is a successful and happy school with strong outcomes. Our students’ limitless potential drives everything we do, and our purpose is to guide, support, and inspire them to reach their goals.

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset. We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child.

We can offer you:

• A supportive community dedicated to professional development and staff wellbeing.
• Access to a wider range of resources and opportunities through our Academy Trust.
• Guidance, advice and support from both departmental and senior leadership team who all want to make a positive difference to the education of all our students.
• Automatic pay increments unlinked to targets.
• Support for the physical and mental wellbeing of our staff, further supported by our Staff Charter.
• Access to an employee advice service which provides information, helpful resources, and a counselling service.
• Discounted membership for local leisure facilities which include a gym.
• A discount programme provided by Ormiston Academies Trust for all staff.
• Access to travel discounts for ferries and provision of eye sight tests for VDU users and annual flu vaccinations.
• Free parking on site and tea and coffee available during breaktime.

Here’s what some of our teachers say about working at Cowes Enterprise College:

“I moved to the Island over ten years ago and I have thoroughly enjoyed living on the Island and working at Cowes Enterprise College. I enjoy the collaborative planning within the department and the opportunities to develop my teaching with CPD. The students are great to teach and my colleagues are supportive and friendly.”

“Cowes Enterprise College is the school I wish I had gone to as a pupil. Staff are friendly, welcoming and hugely supportive. Students are humorous and have such an inspiring range of talents. The facilities are great and the opportunities offered to the students are thoughtful of their futures.”

If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding journey with us and help shape the future of our students, we encourage you to apply today! Early applications are welcomed, as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found. Closing date for applications is 10 May 2026 with interviews taking place shortly afterwards.

Cowes Enterprise College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered. All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.