Assistant Head: STEM Strategy

Lilian Baylis Technology School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lilian Baylis Technology School seeks an outstanding Assistant Headteacher to lead the STEM strategy and champion cutting-edge educational technology. You will drive student achievement across the school and contribute to strategic school leadership.

Responsibilities include steering the STEM curriculum, leading AI literacy, overseeing T Level initiatives, and ensuring robust IT infrastructure and safeguarding. This post is in inner London with a focus on innovation and CPD for staff.

Qualifications

• Evidence of impact in middle or senior leadership.
• Ability to inspire staff and peers.
• Passion for innovation in STEM education.

Responsibilities

• STEM Curriculum Lead: provide strategic direction for Science, Technology, and Mathematics across Key Stages 3–5.
• Artificial Intelligence Strategy: lead AI literacy and leverage AI tools to support staff efficiency.
• Post-16 Technology & T Levels: oversee strategic development for Post-16 tech education and T Level pathways.
• IT Infrastructure Leadership: line-manage the IT & Network Manager to align infrastructure with pedagogy and admin needs.
• Online Safeguarding: lead digital safety and safeguarding across the school community.
• Staff Development & Standards: drive CPD and world-class standards in STEM education.

Job description

LILIAN BAYLIS TECHNOLOGY SCHOOL

"Outstanding"

OfSTED 2023

Assistant Head: STEM strategy

Required from January 2027

Payscale L14-18 (Inner London)

"This is a very happy and caring school. Leaders know pupils and their families well. One pupil, typical of many, described the school as 'home.' (OFSTED 2023)"

Lilian Baylis Technology School is a mixed, 11-18, inner-city community school located in a modern building in Vauxhall, London. We are a vibrant, multicultural community that views our diversity as one of our greatest strengths. We strive to ensure all students feel fully represented across our school culture and curriculum.

Our students are ambitious, well-behaved, and deeply value their education. Visitors consistently comment on the calm, productive, and welcoming atmosphere across our classrooms, reflecting our Ofsted rating of "Outstanding in all areas". We offer state-of-the-art facilities, including visualisers, interactive displays, dedicated staff and student laptops, and tailored SEND provision.

The Role

We are seeking an outstanding, visionary leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Assistant Headteacher. In this role, you will lead our STEM strategy, champion cutting-edge educational technology, and drive student achievement across the school.

Key Strategic & Operational Responsibilities:

• STEM Curriculum Lead: Provide strategic direction and oversight for Science, Technology, and Mathematics across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5.
• Artificial Intelligence Strategy: Lead the school's approach to AI - incorporating AI literacy into the curriculum while leveraging AI tools to drive staff efficiency and workload reduction.
• Post-16 Technology & T Levels: Oversee strategic development for Post-16 technical education, including the growth and success of our T Level pathways.
• IT Infrastructure Leadership: Line manage the School IT & Network Manager, ensuring our technical infrastructure, network systems, and hardware directly support pedagogy and administrative efficiency.
• Online Safeguarding: Act as the strategic lead for digital safety and online safeguarding across the school community.
• Staff Development & Standards: Lead research-informed pedagogy, systems development, and CPD to maintain world-class standards in STEM education.

Candidate Profile

We want to hear from dynamic, highly motivated leaders with a proven track record of impact in middle or senior leadership. You will bring a passion for innovation, high expectations for all learners, and the ability to inspire both staff and peers.

The school is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.