Head of Science & STEM Leadership (KS3–KS5)

Teaching Vacancies; Greater London; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

St John Bosco College in the Catholic and Salesian tradition is seeking an excellent Science teacher who will also take a leadership role within the Science department. You will shape an ambitious, knowledge-rich curriculum across KS3–KS5 and drive high standards of teaching and outcomes.

As part of the Middle Leadership Team, you will set direction, coach colleagues, manage resources and budgets, and work closely with science technicians to ensure safe practical teaching and effective

Qualifications

• QTS with qualified teacher status.
• Honours degree in a science subject.
• Proven track record of excellent science teaching and raising standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead a well-sequenced Science curriculum across KS3–KS5 with high-quality schemes, resources and assessment.
• Use performance data to identify gaps, target interventions and improve progress for all abilities.
• Coach, mentor and line-manage colleagues, including the Second in Charge of Science, and support Early Career Teachers.
• Collaborate with Science technicians to ensure safe practical teaching and effective management of laboratories, resources and the budget.
• Develop STEM clubs, trips, competitions and university/industry links to enrich learning and raise aspirations.

Skills

Curriculum design

Data analysis

Coaching

Leadership

Education

QTS

Science degree

Job description

St John Bosco College in the Catholic and Salesian tradition is seeking an excellent Science teacher who will also take a leadership role within the Science department. You will shape an ambitious, knowledge-rich curriculum across KS3–KS5 and drive high standards of teaching and outcomes.

As part of the Middle Leadership Team, you will set direction, coach colleagues, manage resources and budgets, and work closely with science technicians to ensure safe practical teaching and effective