Head of Science

What skills and experience we're looking for

• A highly effective Science teacher with a strong track record of outcomes
• Proven leadership experience or readiness to step into a senior middle leadership role
• Ability to inspire, motivate and hold others to account
• Strong curriculum, assessment and data analysis knowledge
• Commitment to inclusive education and high expectations for all students
• Alignment with Ark’s values and mission

What the school offers its staff

• Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale.
• Twice as many training days as standard.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Access to Ark rewards – a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers
• Interest-free loans – up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle.
• Gym discounts – offering up to 40%.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme – providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support.

Further details about the role

We are seeking an ambitious and inspirational Head of Science to lead a thriving department at Ark Evelyn Grace Academy. This is a key leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape the curriculum, drive excellent outcomes, and develop a team of committed teachers.

As Head of Science, you will combine outstanding classroom practice with strong leadership, ensuring high-quality teaching, a rigorous and engaging curriculum, and a culture of high expectations where all students can succeed.

What You’ll Be Doing

Lead and develop the Science department, driving standards, achievement and progress

Line manage and coach staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement

Design and deliver an ambitious, knowledge-rich curriculum across KS3–KS4 (KS5 where applicable)

Use data effectively to monitor progress, close gaps and raise attainment

Model excellent teaching and support colleagues to deliver consistently strong lessons

Contribute to whole-school priorities and play a key role in academy improvement

Commitment to safeguarding

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. In order to meet this responsibility, we follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. All employees must undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred.