Head of Science

Tradewind Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

An exciting leadership opportunity

January 2027 start

Shape and develop a Science department

Supportive staff development

Competitive salary

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is supporting a welcoming and forward-thinking school in Islington, North London, in recruiting an outstanding Head of Science to join their team from January 2027. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate Science teacher and leader to drive the department forward, inspire both staff and students, and play a key role in raising achievement across the school.

The role offers a leadership opportunity to shape and develop an established Science

Qualifications

• Be an outstanding and enthusiastic Science teacher.
• Have proven experience of leading or managing a Science department, or be an ambitious middle leader ready to take the next step.
• Demonstrate excellent subject knowledge across the Science curriculum.
• Have a strong track record of improving student outcomes.
• Be an inspirational leader with the ability to motivate, support and develop colleagues.
• Have high expectations and a genuine passion for education.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop the Science department, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning.
• Inspire and motivate a team of dedicated Science teachers.
• Drive student progress and attainment across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
• Develop an engaging and ambitious curriculum that promotes curiosity and a love of Science.
• Monitor departmental performance and implement strategies to secure continuous improvement.
• Create a positive learning environment where all students are encouraged to achieve their full potential.

Job description

Head of Science - Islington, North London

Start Date: January 2027

Are you an ambitious and inspiring Science teacher ready to take the next step in your career? Tradewind Recruitment is delighted to be working with a welcoming and forward-thinking school in Islington, North London, who are seeking an outstanding Head of Science to join their team from January 2027. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate Science teacher and leader to drive the department forward, inspire both staff and students, and play a key role in raising achievement across the school.

The Role

• Lead, manage and develop the Science department, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning.
• Inspire and motivate a team of dedicated Science teachers.
• Drive student progress and attainment across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
• Develop an engaging and ambitious curriculum that promotes curiosity and a love of Science.
• Monitor departmental performance and implement strategies to secure continuous improvement.
• Create a positive learning environment where all students are encouraged to achieve their full potential.

The Ideal Candidate

• Be an outstanding and enthusiastic Science teacher.
• Have proven experience of leading or managing a Science department, or be an ambitious middle leader ready to take the next step.
• Demonstrate excellent subject knowledge across the Science curriculum.
• Have a strong track record of improving student outcomes.
• Be an inspirational leader with the ability to motivate, support and develop colleagues.
• Have high expectations and a genuine passion for education.

What's On Offer?

• An exciting leadership opportunity in a school based in Islington.
• A January 2027 start.
• The opportunity to shape and develop an established Science department.
• A supportive school environment with a commitment to staff development.
• A competitive salary, dependent on experience.