Lead Practitioner Of Science

Education First Recruitment; London Borough of Southwark; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Education First Recruitment is recruiting an experienced Lead Practitioner of Science for a permanent role at a Peckham secondary school, starting in January. You will lead high-quality science lessons and model outstanding teaching across the department.

You will coach and mentor colleagues, contribute to curriculum planning and assessment, monitor pupil progress, and help raise achievement in Science. Collaboration with senior leaders will be essential, with the aim of consistently improving

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and secondary science teaching experience.
• Proven track record of improving pupil outcomes in science.
• Experience coaching and developing other teachers.
• Strong curriculum planning and assessment knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Deliver consistently high-quality science lessons.
• Model outstanding teaching and learning practice.
• Support the development of colleagues through coaching and mentoring.
• Contribute to science curriculum planning and development.
• Promote effective assessment and feedback strategies.
• Monitor pupil progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Support teachers to develop their classroom practice.
• Share effective teaching strategies across the department.
• Contribute to professional development and staff training.
• Promote high expectations, positive behaviour and pupil engagement.
• Work closely with departmental and senior leaders to improve outcomes.

Skills

QTS

Secondary Science Teaching

Leadership / Lead Practitioner

Curriculum planning

Assessment for learning

Coaching and mentoring

Communication skills

Job description

Lead Practitioner of Science - Peckham

Education First | Peckham, South London | Permanent Position | January Start

Lead Practitioner of Science - Secondary School

Education First is recruiting an experienced and inspirational Science Teacher for a permanent Lead Practitioner position at a secondary school in Peckham, starting in January.

This is an excellent opportunity for an outstanding science practitioner who is passionate about developing teaching and learning, supporting colleagues and raising achievement across the department.

The successful candidate will play a key role in improving classroom practice, strengthening curriculum delivery and helping pupils achieve their full potential in Science.

The Role

• Delivering consistently high-quality science lessons
• Modelling outstanding teaching and learning practice
• Supporting the development of colleagues through coaching and mentoring
• Contributing to science curriculum planning and development
• Promoting effective assessment and feedback strategies
• Monitoring pupil progress and identifying areas for improvement
• Supporting teachers to develop their classroom practice
• Sharing effective teaching strategies across the department
• Contributing to professional development and staff training
• Promoting high expectations, positive behaviour and pupil engagement
• Working closely with departmental and senior leaders to improve outcomes

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Strong experience teaching Science at secondary level
• A proven track record of securing strong pupil outcomes
• Excellent subject knowledge and classroom management skills
• Experience supporting or developing other teachers
• A strong understanding of curriculum planning and assessment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A passion for improving teaching and learning
• The ability to lead by example and inspire colleagues

Experience as a Lead Practitioner, Head of Science, Deputy Head of Department or experienced classroom teacher with leadership responsibilities would be advantageous.

What You Can Expect

• Permanent position starting in January
• A leadership opportunity within one secondary school in Peckham
• The chance to improve science teaching and learning
• Opportunities to coach and develop colleagues
• Collaboration with departmental and senior leaders
• Support from a dedicated Education First consultant

Why Work With Education First?

At Education First, we take the time to understand your experience, strengths and career ambitions so we can introduce you to opportunities that match your expertise.

You’ll have a dedicated consultant supporting you throughout the recruitment process, with access to permanent teaching and leadership opportunities across London.