Position: Head of Science
Location: Tower Hamlets
Start Date: January 2027
The Role
Smart Teachers is working in partnership with a high-achieving secondary school in East London to appoint an ambitious and inspirational Head of Science.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Science teacher or current middle leader looking to lead a successful department. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership across the Science faculty, driving high standards of teaching and learning while ensuring students achieve excellent outcomes across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
Working closely with senior leaders, you will lead curriculum development, support and develop colleagues, monitor student progress and promote a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement throughout the department.
The School
This ambitious and inclusive secondary school has a strong reputation for academic excellence and high aspirations for every student. Staff benefit from a collaborative and supportive culture, excellent professional development opportunities and a clear commitment to career progression. The school is well-resourced, values innovation in teaching and learning, and provides an environment where both staff and students are encouraged to thrive.
Requirements
The successful Head of Science will have:
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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
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A proven track record of delivering outstanding Science teaching across Key Stages 3 and 4. Experience teaching Key Stage 5 is desirable.
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Previous leadership experience, or the ambition and capability to step into a middle leadership role.
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Excellent subject knowledge across the Science curriculum.
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Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
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A commitment to raising attainment, developing colleagues and promoting excellence across the department.
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A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
What Smart Teachers Offer
As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:
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Excellent rates of pay paid via PAYE.
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Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
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Pension contributions.
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Access to free, high-quality CPD through The National College.
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A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support throughout your placement.
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Opportunities to work within a wide network of schools across London.
Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service.
Smart Teachers is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
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