Deputy Head Of Science - East London

Prospero Teaching; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education agency is seeking a Deputy Head of Science for a full-time position in a supportive secondary school located in Waltham Forest. The role involves leading the Science department, managing student behaviour, and contributing to collaborative planning and assessment. Candidates should hold relevant DBS certificates, have experience in a similar role, and be able to provide references. This is a temporary position with a potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Hold the right to work in the country of the role.
• Must have experience as Deputy Head of Science.
• Provide specific references.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Science department with a collaborative approach to planning.
• Manage behaviour and promote education values.
• Support pastoral responsibilities and professional development.

Skills

Creativity

Patience

Covering various subjects

Education

DBS certificates

Experience as Deputy Head of Science

Job description

Deputy Head of Science required - January 2026- Secondary School, Waltham Forest

Summarise: An outstanding Secondary School is seeking a Deputy Head of Science to join their growing team.

About the School:

• Mixed secondary School
• Supportive team and department.
• Department with a collaborative approach to planning, delivery, and assessment
• Behaviour at the school is well-managed and students value their education.
• The school provides pastoral responsibilities to staff and a range of CPD sessions.

Contract/Position Details:

• Location -- Waltham Forest
• Position - Deputy Head of Science- 5 Days a week
• Type of work - Agency - Temp to perm.
• Start date - ASAP.
• Duration / Likely Duration - Full time on-going - End of academic year.
• End date - Minimum end of academic year however likely to be extended.
• Contract type - Temporary
• Full-time/part-time - full-time
• Minimum rate of pay - Negotiable.
• Hours - 8:30 am - 3:00pm

Experience, Training and Qualifications of the individual:

• Be creative, patient, and willing to think outside of the box.
• Previous experience with providing cover in a variety of subjects.

To be eligible for this role, the potential candidate must:

• Hold the right to work in the country of the role.
• DBS certificates
• Deputy Head of Science experience
• Provide specific references.

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Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy