Head of Faculty - Science in London

Are you a dynamic and inspiring Head of Faculty Science looking to enthuse students about your subject and raise their achievement? We are seeking an ambitious and inspiring Head of Faculty – Science to lead an academically driven and innovative department, dedicated to achieving outstanding outcomes for all students.

As the Head of Faculty, you will:

• Ensure effective leadership of the curriculum in order to support the most effective teaching, to ensure each student is able to reach their full potential.
• Engage in the student progress review model to ensure strategic plans are in place to address underperformance or concerns over individual students or subgroups.

Development, working structure and flexible working at St Pauls Way:

• An all-school approach to behaviour management that is led by an experienced and well-resourced pastoral team.
• Whole class feedback models instead of written marking.
• Fortnightly curriculum planning time and centralised SOW and resources.
• Instructional coaching for every member of the teaching staff.
• Reduced data entry: only two data inputs for each year group per academic year.
• Planning and preparation time that far exceeds the local and national average, approaching almost one-fifth of the timetable.
• Protected collaborative planning time for staff in all teams.
• Considered and impactful line management for all staff.
• Flexible working including opportunities for part-time work and flexible planning time onsite/offsite.
• A high achieving, dynamic and professional sixth form that provides extensive development opportunities.

Beyond this, collaboration underpins a staff developmental model in which every teacher benefits from fortnightly coaching, within which time teams also have timetabled subject specific training during the school day.

At SPWS we believe in fostering a clear and explicit student culture that is articulated through our character framework and is underpinned by the values of SPWT: Integrity, Aspiration and Community.

Requirements:

• A fully qualified teacher with evidence of QTS for secondary teaching.
• Qualified to at least degree level in subject area and/or good A Levels or equivalent.
• Unrelenting in your pursuit of excellence in all aspects of your practice.
• Successful in working with young people and securing the best outcomes for them.
• Team spirited and prepared to go above and beyond to get the job done.

Professional Development:

• An excellent CPD package for staff, enhancing your professional development with comprehensive training opportunities.

Career Growth:

• Opportunities for growth and real career development in an encouraging environment with plenty of room for advancement.

Supportive Environment:

• Full support from a dedicated and visible team of senior leaders and pastoral managers.

Employee Assistance:

• Employee Assistance Scheme for access to advice, information, and face-to-face counselling.

Staff Wellbeing:

• A meaningful approach to staff wellbeing, including access to cycle to work and parking.

St Paul’s Way Trust School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS Check.

In accordance with our Company Policies and KCSIE guidelines set out by the Department for Education, a background check will be carried out on your online digital presence.

Welcome to St Paul’s Way Secondary School. Thank you for your interest in joining St Paul’s Way Secondary School. We are delighted that you are considering becoming part of a community of educators, leaders and professionals united by purpose, professionalism and pride.

Our Purpose:

At SPW, we believe education can transform lives and communities. As an all-through school rooted in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets and part of University Schools Trust, our work is driven by ambition, social justice and a commitment to excellence for every child.

Our Culture:

Joining SPW means becoming part of a unified staff community with clear cultural norms. We value professionalism, preparedness and reflection, and we work within a culture of psychological safety where staff feel confident to innovate, ask questions and learn from one another.

Developing Our People:

We invest heavily in our staff. Through high-quality CPD, coaching, mentoring and collaboration across UST, colleagues are supported to grow, refine their practice and take ownership of their career development. Everyone’s contribution matters, and success is a shared responsibility.

Working Together:

Collaboration sits at the heart of our success. We work closely with families, partners and the wider community to ensure high standards, strong relationships and meaningful impact. Our staff are the heartbeat of this work, and we are committed to creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported and inspired to do their best.

Your Journey with Us:

As you explore opportunities at St Paul’s Way, we encourage you to discover our values, our culture and our commitment to continuous improvement. We look forward to welcoming colleagues who align with our ethos and want to help shape the future of education at SPW.