Science Teacher & Head Of Year 12 (MPS-UPS + TLR January Start)

Principal Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Greater London is looking for a passionate Head of Year 12. This role involves guiding the academic journey and personal development of Year 12 students while providing excellent Science teaching. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, alongside a commitment to student welfare. Training and support will be provided for the right individual to ensure their success in this critical pastoral role.

Benefits

High-quality professional development

Career progression opportunities

Supportive school culture

Qualifications

• Excellent practitioner in Science with demonstrated classroom management skills.
• Strong pastoral care commitment and student welfare focus.
• Previous leadership experience in education is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the academic progress and wellbeing of Year 12 students.
• Support transition to sixth form and set high expectations.
• Work closely with parents and senior leaders for optimal outcomes.
• Implement effective intervention strategies for students.

Skills

Classroom management

Strong leadership

Effective communication

Student welfare

Science teaching

Job description

We are seeking an inspiring, organised, and student‑centred Head of Year 12 who is also able to teach Science. This is a key pastoral and academic leadership role, ideal for a teacher who is passionate about sixth‑form education and committed to supporting students at a pivotal stage of their academic and personal development.

About the Role

• Lead and oversee the academic progress, attendance, behaviour, and wellbeing of the Year 12 cohort
• Support students' transition into sixth form and establish high expectations from the outset
• Work closely with tutors, subject teachers, parents/carers, and senior leaders to secure excellent outcomes
• Track progress and implement effective intervention strategies
• Deliver high-quality Science teaching at KS4 and/or KS5, depending on specialism and experience
• Contribute to the wider life, culture, and strategic development of the sixth form

The Ideal Candidate

• Is an excellent classroom practitioner in Science
• Has strong pastoral skills and a genuine commitment to student welfare and success
• Demonstrates effective leadership, organisation, and communication skills
• Is resilient, proactive, and solutions‑focused
• Shares our values and commitment to high standards, inclusion, and safeguarding
• Previous pastoral or leadership experience is desirable but not essential; training and support will be provided for the right candidate.

What We Offer

• A supportive and ambitious sixth‑form leadership team
• Motivated students with high aspirations
• High-quality professional development and leadership training
• Clear opportunities for career progression
• A positive school culture with strong systems and support structures