Curriculum Lead for Science

Meadow Park School; Coventry; On-site; GBP 920 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Meadow Park School is seeking a Curriculum Lead for Science to drive curriculum development and lead colleagues in delivering an engaging science program for KS3-5. You will teach science and work to inspire students through a dynamic, responsive approach to learning.

The school, part of the Finham Park MAT, aims to provide world-class education and opportunities for staff and students alike, with a strong focus on aspiration, wellbeing and collaboration across MAT schools.

Qualifications

• Committed to making a positive difference to the lives of students and staff.
• Resilient with a strong personal drive.
• Able to demonstrate Leadership within a MFL department.
• Passionate about securing the most productive learning opportunities for students in school.
• Values driven, dedicated to "Thrive Together"

Responsibilities

• Teach Science to Key Stages 3, 4 and 5 and lead colleagues.
• Develop curriculum and provision throughout the school.
• Promote a high quality, lively and interesting curriculum to challenge and inspire all students.
• Support rapid sustained school improvement within Meadow Park School.

Job description

Curriculum Lead Science at Meadow Park School

• Job Reference: EDV/2026/MPS/57643
• Location: Abbey Road, Whitley, Coventry, West Midlands, CV3 4BD
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Contract Term: Full-Time
• Salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
• Salary TMS/UPS + TLR1A
• Closing Date: 9:00am, Thu 24th Sep, 2026
• Start Date: Starting January 2027 or earlier
• Positions Available: 1
• Interview Date(s): TBC

About this Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Curriculum Lead for Science at Meadow Park School. We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and experienced teacher with an ambitious vision to develop curriculum and provision throughout the school. You will be required to teach Science to Key Stages 3, 4 and 5 and lead colleagues who are committed to delivering a high quality, lively and interesting curriculum to challenge and inspire all our students. We are looking for an excellent practitioner who shares our passion for responsive learning and teaching, has outstanding subject knowledge and takes a creative approach to ensure Meadow Park School is a place to "Thrive Together".

Finham Park Multi Academy Trust is a growing organisation, which is currently made up of eight schools across Coventry and Warwickshire, of which Meadow Park School is one. The Primary and Secondary schools in Finham Park MAT set out to pioneer, innovate and deliver a "World Class" education for all.

At Meadow Park School we are committed to nurturing excellence, growing aspiration and thriving together. Meadow Park School strives to achieve excellent outcomes for young people, but also provides opportunities for them to be creative, innovative and to enjoy their learning.

Meadow Park was recently inspected by Ofsted and graded 'Good' for Attitude to Learning, Personal Development and Leadership (November 2023). The Lead Inspector noted in their report that:

• "Pupils, parents and staff all describe the significant improvements that have taken place at the school since the arrival of the new headteacher";
• "There is now a clear and ambitious vision evident from all leaders to improve the quality of education for all pupils";
• "The school is welcoming to all pupils and frequently described as caring and compassionate".

The successful candidate must be:

• Committed to making a positive difference to the lives of students and staff.
• Resilient with a strong personal drive.
• Able to demonstrate Leadership within a MFL department.
• Passionate about securing the most productive learning opportunities for students in school.
• Values driven, dedicated to "Thrive Together"

We will offer you:

• A positive and innovative learning culture, where wellbeing and workload are effectively managed.
• A dedicated, highly skilled and committed staff, upholding high expectations and aspirations for all of our students.
• A strong sense of community and a warm, welcoming workplace.
• Frequent opportunities to collaborate with teachers and support staff from the other schools in the MAT to develop and share best practice.
• A vibrant, modern building and facilities (including the use of two minibuses for fixtures/tournaments) in a beautiful location within easy reach of the M40/M6 corridor.

Are you looking for your next challenge? Do you relish the chance to support colleagues to secure rapid sustained school improvement? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Visits to the school are welcomed. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the Headteacher, Bernadette Pettman about the role telephone [phone].

Closing date: Thursday 24th September 2026

To request any of the documents in an accessible format please contact [e-mail] or call 02477 180000 and select option 2 for HR.

For further information on this role and other opportunities within the MAT, please visit https://finhamparkmultiacademytrust.co.uk/careers/

Finham Park MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practices and appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Finham Park Multi Academy Trust requires all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage and if you are offered a job position with us.

Online Checks

In line with KCSIE (Keeping children Safe in Education) 2025 we will complete online searches as part of our due diligence on all shortlisted candidates. If anything is identified as part of these checks they will be discussed with you at interview. If any safeguarding concerns are identified we reserve the right to withdraw your application.

Safeguarding Statement

Finham Park Multi-Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Finham Park Multi-Academy Trust ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Related Documents

1. Curric Lead Science JD May 25.docx
2. Curric Lead Science PS May 25.docx
3. MPS Recruitment Candidate Pack...pdf