At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Head of Department in leading a high-performing Science team and drive curriculum quality.
- Company: Join St John Bosco College, a Catholic comprehensive school in Battersea, rated 'Good' by Ofsted.
- Benefits: Receive a full programme of CPD and opportunities for career development within the school.
- Other info: The role involves teaching from KS3 to A Level and contributing to the school's Catholic values.
- Why this job: Be part of an exciting journey towards becoming an outstanding school in a state-of-the-art building.
- Qualifications: Strong subject knowledge in Science, with a preference for candidates with a Biology specialism.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 49000 £ per year.
The Governors are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and skilled Second in Charge of Science to join this Catholic 11 – 18 comprehensive school judged “Good” by Ofsted in October 2022 and “Outstanding” by the Archdiocese of Southwark in 2025. It is an exciting time to join St John Bosco College as we continue our journey towards being an outstanding school now that we are fully settled into our state‑of‑the‑art building in the heart of Battersea. Our success can be credited to our committed and dedicated staff who strive for excellence and promote high aspirations throughout the school.
The successful candidate will receive a full programme of CPD and have opportunities for career development within the school. We are seeking a talented Second in Charge of Science, with strong subject knowledge and a passion for bringing their subject to life for our students. The successful candidate will support the Head of Department in leading a high‑performing Science team, with a clear focus on securing excellence at Key Stage 3, ensuring students develop strong scientific foundations for GCSE, A Level and beyond.
The post holder will play a key role in driving curriculum quality, teaching standards and student outcomes, with opportunities to extend leadership across other key stages in line with departmental and whole‑school priorities. We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with a Biology specialism, although we warmly encourage applications from teachers across all Science disciplines and will consider candidates from any specialism.
The successful candidate will:
- Be a model of good practice in the teaching of Science from KS3-5
- Have the skills and experience to support curriculum development and to promote high standards within the Science department.
- Be actively supportive of the Catholic values and beliefs of St John Bosco College and make a positive contribution to the wider life of the school.
Second in Charge (2iC) - Science employer: Saint John Bosco College
St John Bosco College is located in the heart of Battersea and is committed to excellence in education. The school offers a supportive environment with a dedicated staff and a focus on high aspirations. Employees benefit from a comprehensive CPD programme and opportunities for leadership development.
