Head of Sciences – Secondary School | Full-Time, Permanent | September 2026 Start
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Start Date: September 2026
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and inspiring Head of Sciences to lead and develop all Sciences, Computer Science, and vocational pathways, including BTEC Tech Awards in Health & Social Care and Child Development. This is a genuine chance to shape curriculum, provision, and outcomes across a broad and important faculty, inspiring students through high-quality teaching and applied learning.
This role is ideal for an experienced science teacher or current middle leader ready to take the next step in faculty leadership.
Your New Role
As Head of Sciences, you will:
1. Lead all Sciences, Computer Science, Health & Social Care, and Child Development across the school.
2. Set a clear vision for an ambitious, inclusive, and engaging curriculum across the faculty.
3. Oversee both GCSE and vocational pathways, ensuring strong outcomes and clear progression routes for all learners.
4. Lead and support a team of approximately 10 staff, providing strategic direction, coaching, and professional development.
5. Contribute to wider school leadership and strategic initiatives.
What We’re Looking For
6. Passion for science education and commitment to high-quality teaching and learning.
7. Proven leadership experience or potential in a middle leader role, with the ability to inspire and develop colleagues.
8. Strong curriculum vision and the ability to implement ambitious strategies across a diverse faculty.
9. Enthusiasm for vocational pathways alongside traditional GCSE provision.
Why Join
10. Opportunities for professional growth through leadership training and development programmes.
11. A supportive environment with a focus on collaboration, innovation, and high standards.
12. The chance to shape the future of a key faculty and make a real impact on student outcomes.
If you are ready to take the next step in your leadership journey and inspire the next generation of scientists, we would love to hear from you.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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