Assistant Principal: Science

Astrea Academy Woodfields; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrea Academy Woodfields in Doncaster is seeking an ambitious Assistant Principal - Science to lead the science curriculum, drive teaching and learning improvements and support colleagues through coaching and professional development. As part of the senior leadership team, you will raise standards and shape a culture of scholarship and curiosity.

The role requires an outstanding science teacher with leadership experience in a secondary school, a strong track record in curriculum development and

Qualifications

• Outstanding science teacher with a proven track record of securing excellent outcomes.
• Experience in middle or senior leadership within a secondary school.
• Strong knowledge of science curriculum development, assessment and pedagogy.
• The ability to inspire and develop colleagues to continually improve their practice.
• Experience of using data effectively to evaluate performance and drive improvement.
• A commitment to evidence-informed practice and educational excellence.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• A genuine belief that all scholars can achieve highly, regardless of background or starting point.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for science across the academy.
• Lead the continued development of a challenging, knowledge-rich science curriculum.
• Drive improvements in teaching, learning and achievement across all science disciplines.
• Monitor performance data and implement effective strategies to accelerate progress.
• Develop and support colleagues through coaching, mentoring and professional development.
• Ensure high standards of curriculum delivery, assessment and quality assurance.
• Promote a culture of academic ambition, curiosity and excellence.
• Contribute to whole-school improvement and the strategic leadership of the academy.

Skills

Curriculum leadership

Mentoring

Data-driven improvement

Strategic leadership

Job description

Assistant Principal - Science

Salary: L11-L15
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Closing Date: 9 October 2026

About Astrea Academy Woodfields

Astrea Academy Woodfields is a vibrant secondary academy in Doncaster, committed to providing an exceptional education for every scholar. As part of Astrea Academy Trust, we combine a knowledge-rich curriculum with high expectations, strong routines and a culture of academic excellence. Our staff are passionate about ensuring all scholars receive the opportunities, support and challenge they need to succeed. Through collaboration, professional development and an unwavering commitment to improvement, we strive to transform life chances and prepare young people for successful futures.

About the Role

We are seeking an ambitious and inspirational Assistant Principal - Science to lead and drive excellence within one of the academy's most important curriculum areas. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented leader who is passionate about science education and committed to securing exceptional outcomes for all scholars.

As Assistant Principal - Science, you will be an exceptional classroom practitioner and a key leader in raising standards across the academy. You will play a central role in shaping the science curriculum, developing teaching and learning, and supporting colleagues through coaching, mentoring and professional development. Working as part of the senior leadership team, you will help create a culture where scholarship, curiosity and achievement thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for science across the academy.
• Lead the continued development of a challenging, knowledge-rich science curriculum.
• Drive improvements in teaching, learning and achievement across all science disciplines.
• Monitor performance data and implement effective strategies to accelerate progress.
• Develop and support colleagues through coaching, mentoring and professional development.
• Ensure high standards of curriculum delivery, assessment and quality assurance.
• Promote a culture of academic ambition, curiosity and excellence.
• Contribute to whole-school improvement and the strategic leadership of the academy.

What We Are Looking For

• An outstanding science teacher with a proven track record of securing excellent outcomes.
• Successful experience in middle or senior leadership within a secondary school.
• Strong knowledge of science curriculum development, assessment and pedagogy.
• The ability to inspire and develop colleagues to continually improve their practice.
• Experience of using data effectively to evaluate performance and drive improvement.
• A commitment to evidence-informed practice and educational excellence.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• A genuine belief that all scholars can achieve highly, regardless of background or starting point.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking academy and play a leading role in ensuring every scholar develops the scientific knowledge, skills and confidence needed to thrive in education and beyond.

Commitment to Safeguarding and EDI:

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory background checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check. We value diversity and welcome applications from underrepresented groups. As a Disability Confident employer, we provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure all candidates can fully demonstrate their abilities.

In line with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and the statutory Code of Practice, the Trust requires all public-facing post holders to demonstrate fluent English. Within a school setting, this applies to all roles that involve direct or indirect interaction with pupils, parents, or members of the public.

Flexible Interview Dates:

Please note that interview dates are flexible, and the academy reserves the right to interview shortlisted candidates during the application window.