Faculty Leader of Science and Social Sciences
WELCOME TO COLTON HILLS. Many Minds, One Mission. A community school is one which has the ethos of everyone working together as a family towards our shared goals, which can be summarised with our school values: PRIDE – Participation – Respect – Integrity – Diversity – Excellence.
We are seeking an inspirational, strategic and highly effective Faculty Leader of Science and Social Sciences to provide outstanding leadership across the Science faculty at Colton Hills. This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional middle leader with a proven track record of impact, ready to play a key role in whole-school improvement and to aspire to senior leadership. The role is part of the school's new extended senior leadership team driving STEM activities.
Responsibilities
* Lead and develop a high-quality, ambitious curriculum for Years 7–13.
* Drive improvements in student progress, attainment and attitudes to learning.
* Inspire, coach and develop staff through excellent leadership and modelling of outstanding practice.
* Use performance data to identify trends and implement targeted intervention strategies.
* Promote inclusive practice, ensuring the needs of SEND, EAL, disadvantaged and high‑attaining students are met.
* Contribute strategically to whole‑school priorities, including STEM development, numeracy and life skills.
* Lead quality assurance processes, including curriculum review, lesson observation and data analysis.
* Play a full role in the life, ethos and wider leadership of the school.
* Act as an outstanding classroom practitioner, using your own teaching as a model of excellence.
Qualifications & Experience
* Experienced and successful middle leaders within a secondary school.
* Proven record of raising standards of teaching and learning.
* Outstanding classroom practice with the ability to mentor and coach others.
* Confident leaders who can motivate staff, manage resources and lead change effectively.
* Strong analytical skills and experience of using data to improve outcomes.
* Committed to equality, inclusion and safeguarding.
* Aspired to senior leadership and willing to work towards NPQSL or NPQH.
What We Offer
* The opportunity to join a forward‑thinking leadership team.
* A clear pathway to senior leadership.
* High‑quality professional development and leadership support.
* The chance to shape an innovative, engaging curriculum and make a real difference to students' lives.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.
Application Process
Please complete your application as soon as possible. Full details of the role can be found in the Job Description and Person Specification. Applications will be considered upon receipt, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.
Closing date: Thursday 14th May 2026 at 9.00 am
Interview date: Thursday 21st May 2026
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