Deputy Head of Science — Curriculum & Coaching Lead

The Telford Park School; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Telford Park School is seeking an inspirational science leader to work with the Head of Science to secure high-quality provision and strong student outcomes. You will model best practice, drive departmental improvement and deputise for the Head of Science when needed.

You will lead KS3/KS4 science planning, support teaching and assessment, and ensure safe, effective laboratory practice across the department.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Science in translating school priorities into departmental actions and measurable improvement.
• Promote shared expectations for learning, conduct, relationships and professional practice across the team.
• Contribute to departmental self-evaluation, improvement planning, quality assurance and performance review processes.
• Provide coaching, mentoring and practical support to colleagues, including early career teachers and staff requiring additional guidance.
• Lead designated areas of departmental work and ensure agreed actions and deadlines are completed.
• Deputise for the Head of Science and support the day-to-day organisation of the department when required.
• Lead or support the planning, sequencing and review of the Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 science curriculum.
• Model excellent classroom practice and support colleagues to improve teaching, assessment and curriculum implementation.
• Contribute to the monitoring and evaluation of teaching and learning through agreed quality assurance activities.
• Ensure curriculum resources are accurate, appropriately challenging, accessible and consistently used.
• Promote effective practical science, scientific enquiry and safe use of laboratories, equipment and chemicals.
• Support robust assessment, moderation and standardisation so that departmental data is accurate and useful.
• Analyse attainment and progress information to identify strengths, gaps, underachievement and priorities for intervention.
• Lead agreed intervention and improvement strategies, evaluating their impact on student outcomes.
• Contribute to reports and updates for senior leaders, governors or the Trust when requested.

Job description

The Telford Park School is seeking an inspirational science leader to work with the Head of Science to secure high-quality provision and strong student outcomes. You will model best practice, drive departmental improvement and deputise for the Head of Science when needed.

You will lead KS3/KS4 science planning, support teaching and assessment, and ensure safe, effective laboratory practice across the department.