Lead Practitioner of Science

The Crestwood School; Dudley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lead Practitioner of Science at a forward-thinking multi-academy trust. This role involves working closely with the Head of Science to enhance teaching quality and student engagement across the department. The successful candidate will be instrumental in developing innovative pedagogy and ensuring students benefit from extracurricular Science activities. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact on student learning and outcomes within a supportive team environment. If you are passionate about education and dedicated to fostering a love for Science, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Qualified instructional coach or willingness to train.
• Experience in developing teaching and learning strategies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach high-quality Science lessons.
• Analyze performance data to improve student outcomes.

Skills

Instructional Coaching

Pedagogy Development

Data Analysis

Student Engagement

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Relevant Degree in Science

Job description

Lead Practitioner of Science

Start Date: September 2025

Type: Permanent, full-time

Salary: L7-L11

We are a Multi Academy Trust comprising six secondary schools and one primary school, with over 750 employees and more than 5,500 students, based in Dudley, West Midlands.

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside the Head of Science. The successful candidate will be a qualified instructional coach or be prepared to complete this training, to develop teaching, learning, and pedagogy across the department and wider school.

The Lead Practitioner of Science is part of a team responsible for developing the quality of teaching, learning, and pedagogy across the department and the wider school. The Lead Practitioner is also accountable for ensuring students have opportunities for and experiences of extracurricular Science activities.

The Lead Practitioner works closely with the Head of Department, senior staff, and the central team. Lead Practitioners aim to accelerate improvement and raise standards in their subject area.

Responsibilities include planning and teaching high-quality lessons, improving student outcomes, and supporting student engagement in extracurricular activities. The role also involves analyzing performance data to ensure students receive appropriate support to achieve their best potential.

Please see the attached job description for more details.

Closing Date: 9am on Monday 19th May

Interview Date: Wednesday 21st May

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

For more information or to book a viewing, please contact Zoe Trevis at [e-mail].

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, shortlisted candidates will undergo an online search to identify any content that could cause reputational damage or safeguarding concerns. Any findings will be discussed during the interview process.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All necessary safeguarding checks will be conducted, and a satisfactory outcome is required for employment. Details of these checks can be found at Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024.

This role involves regulated activity and is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and Children’s Barred List check.

It is an offence to apply if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, meaning certain convictions are considered protected and do not need to be disclosed. Guidance can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974.

Appointments are conditional upon a satisfactory police records check via the DBS. Guidance on DBS filtering is available at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-filtering-guidance/dbs-filtering-guide.

We are committed to equal opportunity and do not discriminate based on protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.