Job Title: Lead Practitioner - Science
Responsible to: Head of Science
Hours: Full time
Scale: Lead Practitioner Pay Range
Required from: As soon as possible
Relocation package and/or signing bonus available for the successful applicant, to be agreed at offer stage.
Lead. Inspire. Transform.
At Bridgwater College Academy, we know that great teaching changes lives — and great leadership multiplies that impact. We are seeking an exceptional Lead Practitioner of Science to join our thriving academy and play a key role in shaping the future of Science teaching across our all-through setting.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and inspiring Science specialist who wants to lead by example in the classroom, drive innovation in pedagogy, and support colleagues to deliver outstanding teaching and learning.
As a Lead Practitioner, you will model excellent practice, coach and mentor staff, and work collaboratively to raise achievement and engagement in Science from Year 7 to Year 11. You’ll be at the heart of a dynamic team that is committed to curiosity, creativity, and challenge in every lesson.
Who We’re Looking For
We are seeking someone who:
* Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and has a proven track record of excellence in Science teaching.
* Has the vision and expertise to raise standards across a department or phase.
* Is passionate about professional learning, coaching, and sharing best practice.
* Demonstrates strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
* Thrives on collaboration and wants to make a measurable difference across a whole school community.
* Is committed to inclusion, high expectations, and ensuring every child receives a world-class education.
Why Choose Bridgwater College Academy?
Because BCA is a place where exceptional teachers become exceptional leaders.
We’re part of the Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust, a forward-thinking and supportive network that champions collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. When you join us, you join a community that believes teachers deserve to be empowered, trusted, and celebrated.
Here’s why outstanding practitioners choose BCA:
* Culture of professional excellence: You’ll help shape high-quality teaching across the academy and the Trust.
* Freedom to innovate: We encourage creativity, research-informed practice, and bold ideas in Science education.
* Unrivalled professional development: Access to a Trust-wide leadership competencies framework, a professional leadership coach, and bespoke CPD through our Continual Professional Growth Policy.
* Wellbeing and balance: On-site gym, wellbeing hub, free parking, staff reward scheme, and flexible working options (including part-time and job share).
* A genuine sense of purpose: You’ll work in a school that believes education can transform futures — and supports you to make that happen.
At Bridgwater College Academy, you won’t just lead teaching — you’ll lead change.
How to Apply
For more information and to apply, please visit BTC Trust Careers Page. Informal discussions and visits to the school are warmly encouraged, please contact us to arrange.
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 5th November 2025 at 11:59pm
We believe in hiring for potential and this means that we value individuals for the knowledge skills and experience that they have developed in every aspect of their lives. If you don’t feel that you meet all of the criteria listed in the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply.
We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, employer pension contribution of at least 23%, generous annual leave entitlement for all-year round staff, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.
We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under-represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. This post is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974). A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all applicants, which will include a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
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