Lead Practitioner - Science

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK seeks a Lead Practitioner of Science to enhance Science teaching across all year groups. The role involves modeling excellent practice, mentoring staff, and promoting engagement in STEM subjects. Candidates should hold Qualified Teacher Status and have a proven track record of effective teaching. This full-time position offers a permanent contract within a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Relocation package

Signing bonus

Employee Rewards scheme – High Street discounts

Staff Wellbeing centre

Employer pension contribution of at least 23%

Generous annual leave entitlement

On-site gyms

Free parking

Access to retail discounts platform

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and has a proven track record of excellence in Science teaching.
• Has the vision and expertise to raise standards across a department or phase.
• Is committed to inclusion, high expectations, and ensuring every child receives a world-class education.

Responsibilities

• Model excellent practice, coach and mentor staff.
• Collaborate to raise achievement and engagement in Science from Year 7 to Year 11.
• Lead by example in the classroom and drive innovation in pedagogy.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Proven track record of excellence in Science teaching

Strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills

Collaboration

Passion for professional learning and coaching

Job description

At Bridgwater College Academy, we know that great teaching changes lives - and great leadership multiplies that impact. We are seeking an exceptional Lead Practitioner of Science to join our thriving academy and play a key role in shaping the future of Science teaching across our all-through setting.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and inspiring Science specialist who wants to lead by example in the classroom, drive innovation in pedagogy, and support colleagues to deliver outstanding teaching and learning.

Full time, Permanent

Scale: Lead Practitioner Pay Range 1-3

Required from: As soon as possible

Relocation package and/or signing bonus available for the successful applicant, to be agreed at offer stage.

As a Lead Practitioner, you will model excellent practice, coach and mentor staff, and work collaboratively to raise achievement and engagement in Science from Year 7 to Year 11. You’ll be at the heart of a dynamic team that is committed to curiosity, creativity, and challenge in every lesson.

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and has a proven track record of excellence in Science teaching.
• Has the vision and expertise to raise standards across a department or phase.
• Is passionate about professional learning, coaching, and sharing best practice.
• Demonstrates strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Thrives on collaboration and wants to make a measurable difference across a whole school community.
• Is committed to inclusion, high expectations, and ensuring every child receives a world-class education.

Why work for us?

• A Trust wide leadership competencies framework
• A professional leadership development coach
• Personalised professional development supported by an exceptional team within the Academy and driven through The
• Continual Professional Growth Policy which replaces appraisal and pay progression
• Employee Rewards scheme – High Street discounts, Staff Wellbeing centre

Closing date for applications: Thursday 29th January 2026 at 11:59pm

We believe in hiring for potential and this means that we value individuals for the knowledge skills and experience that they have developed in every aspect of their lives. If you don’t feel that you meet all of the criteria listed in the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply.

We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, employer pension contribution of at least 23%, generous annual leave entitlement for all-year round staff, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.

We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under-represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. This post is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974). A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all applicants, which will include a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).