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Eastern High is a school with a clear purpose: to ensure every young person in our community can Flourish in Life. Our teaching is built on strong, positive relationships and high expectations, and our culture is grounded in resilience, respect, and belonging.
We are now seeking an inspiring and highly motivated Head of Science to lead a dedicated and enthusiastic department. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious leader who is passionate about driving high standards of teaching and learning across the department. Your leadership skills will have a positive impact on the future of our pupils, ensuring all pupils achieve success regardless of their starting point.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking someone who:
1. Leads with integrity, positivity, and ambition
2. Believes in the power of relationships to transform learning
3. Can inspire staff, nurture talent, and model professional excellence
4. Uses assessment and data intelligently to drive improvement
5. Ensures safe, well managed practical learning environments
6. Values collaboration, creativity, and cross‑curricular innovation
7. Is committed to Eastern High’s ethos of resilience, respect, and belonging
Why Join Eastern High?
At Eastern High, you will be part of a community that:
8. Values strong relationships and positive behaviour
9. Supports staff through high‑quality CPD and professional pathways
10. Prioritises wellbeing, inclusion, and pastoral care
11. Encourages innovation and celebrates creativity
12. Works together so every student, and every colleague, can Flourish in Life
13. You’ll join a team that is proud of its progress, ambitious for its future, and committed to making a meaningful difference for the young people of Cardiff.
Safeguarding Statement
Eastern High is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.