Science Improvement Lead – School-Wide Impact

Shirley High School Performing Arts College; Greater London; On-site; GBP 77,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to Work scheme

Resources for students

Staff mentoring

Staff car park on-site

Fully refurbished Fitness Suite

Professional development focus

Staff well-being programme

Job summary

Shirley High School Performing Arts College is seeking a School Improvement Lead (AP) for Science to oversee science development, improvement and outcomes at a strategic level.

You will work with the Assistant Principal, acting as consultant, mentor and coach to empower the Science team and deliver an evidence-informed curriculum aligned with Ofsted. The role requires a proven leader across multiple settings and a commitment to rapid, sustained improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of exceptional results and strong knowledge of how schools make young people successful.
• Motivated and inspirational leader with excellent communication skills.
• Up to date on curriculum development and evidence-based research to support progress.
• Energy to improve GCSE results and drive post-16 provision.
• Visible member of SLT who leads by example and is accessible and accountable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development, improvement and outcomes of Science at a strategic level.
• Act as consultant, mentor and coach to empower the Science team.
• Lead the development of a forward-thinking, evidence-informed curriculum aligned with Ofsted framework.
• Drive rapid and sustained improvement across all phases of learning.

Skills

Exceptional leadership

Excellent communication skills

Curriculum development

Evidence-based practice

Visible SLT leader

Education

Head of Department / Director of Faculty / Senior Leader across multiple schools

Job description

Shirley High School Performing Arts College is seeking a School Improvement Lead (AP) for Science to oversee science development, improvement and outcomes at a strategic level.

You will work with the Assistant Principal, acting as consultant, mentor and coach to empower the Science team and deliver an evidence-informed curriculum aligned with Ofsted. The role requires a proven leader across multiple settings and a commitment to rapid, sustained improvement.