Lead Practitioner - Science

The Leigh Academy; Minster; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teacher Pension Scheme

Free virtual GP service

MAT network access

LAT benefits

Job summary

Leigh Academy Minster is seeking a dynamic Lead Practitioner - Science to join from January 2027. You will lead a vibrant science department, shaping a coherent and ambitious curriculum across Biology, Chemistry and Physics while driving teaching and learning standards.

Based in Minster, the role sits on the Leadership scale and includes a teacher pension scheme, collaborative MAT network access, and ongoing leadership development within the Leigh Academies Trust.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a science department or team.
• Strong subject knowledge across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
• Experience delivering high-quality teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the science department and teaching team.
• Design an ambitious, coherent science curriculum.
• Drive teaching standards and student achievement.

Skills

Leadership

Team mentoring

Curriculum development

Strategic planning

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in Education or Sciences

Tools

Lab equipment

Digital learning tools

Job description

Lead Practitioner - Science

Leigh Academy Minster

Published
September 1, 2026

Location
Minster

Category
Secondary

Job Type
Leadership

Short Summary
Leigh Academy Minster is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Lead Practitioner - Science to join our thriving academy from January 2027.

Salary
Leadership Scale based on experience

Working Pattern
Full-time

Documents

• Job-Pack-_-Lead-Practitioner-Science-_-Leigh-Academy-Minster.pdf 735.69 kB
• Job-Pack-_-Teacher-_-Leigh-Academy-Minster.-2.pdf 715.72 kB

Closing Date
September 14, 2026

Description

Leadership Scale (England & Wales) plus Teacher Pension Scheme plus 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service plus collaborative MAT network plus additional LAT benefits.

Are you an inspiring and ambitious Science specialist ready to lead, innovate and make a lasting impact? Leigh Academy Minster is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Lead Practitioner - Science to join our thriving academy from January 2027.

At Leigh Academy Minster, we are more than just a school; we are a rapidly transforming community where high expectations, creativity and collaboration sit at the heart of everything we do.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape a vibrant Science department at a pivotal stage in our development. As Lead Practitioner, you will drive excellence in teaching and learning, inspire a team of committed practitioners, and ensure our curriculum is ambitious, coherent and grounded in strong subject expertise.

What makes Leigh Academy Minster a special place to work:

• Strategic Leadership: Autonomy to design and deliver a high-quality Science curriculum, inspiring students through practical investigation and a deep exploration of Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
• Professional Growth: Access to bespoke leadership development within the Leigh Academies Trust, collaborating with expert advisors to set new benchmarks for scientific excellence.
• Team Empowerment: Lead and mentor a talented team of educators and technicians, fostering a culture of collaborative inquiry, mutual respect, and shared ambition.
• World-Class Facilities: Teach in a state-of-the-art environment featuring modern laboratories and dedicated digital suites designed for advanced scientific modeling.
• Student-Centred Mission: Join a team dedicated to empowering the next generation of critical thinkers to understand and influence the world through evidence-based discovery.

If you are ready to join a department with energy, integrity and ambition - and help shape the future of Science education within a flourishing academy - we would love to hear from you.