Second in Charge (2iC) – Science

Catholic Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

St John Bosco College in Battersea, London, invites applications for Second in Charge of Science (2iC) to support the Head of Department, lead a high-performing Science team and drive excellence at KS3–5, with a clear focus on curriculum quality and student outcomes.

Biology specialization is welcome; the post offers CPD and career development opportunities within the school and a pathway to broader leadership roles.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Be a model of good practice in the teaching of Science from KS3-5
• Have the skills and experience to support curriculum development and to promote high standards within the Science department.
• Be actively supportive of the Catholic values and beliefs of St John Bosco College and make a positive contribution to the wider life of the school.

Job description

Second in Charge (2iC) – Science

Required for January or April 2027

Teachers’ Pay Scale [Inner London] plus TLR2.1 (£3,651pa)

“The governing body and leaders support pupils’ wider development. They are committed to making sure that pupils are prepared well for life in modern Britain” Ofsted, October 2022

The Governors are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and skilled Second in Charge of Science to join this Catholic 11 – 18 comprehensive school judged “Good” by Ofsted in October 2022 and “Outstanding” by the Archdiocese of Southwark in 2025.

It is an exciting time to join St John Bosco College as we continue our journey towards being an outstanding school now that we are fully settled into our state-of-the-art building in the heart of Battersea. Our success can be credited to our committed and dedicated staff who strive for excellence and promote high aspirations throughout the school. The successful candidate will receive a full programme of CPD and have opportunities for career development within the school.

We are seeking a talented Second in Charge of Science, with strong subject knowledge and a passion for bringing their subject to life for our students. The successful candidate will support the Head of Department in leading a high-performing Science team, the Second in Charge will have a clear focus on securing excellence at Key Stage 3, ensuring students develop strong scientific foundations for GCSE, A Level and beyond. The post holder will play a key role in driving curriculum quality, teaching standards and student outcomes, with opportunities to extend leadership across other key stages in line with departmental and whole-school priorities.

We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with a Biology specialism, although we warmly encourage applications from teachers across all Science disciplines and will consider candidates from any specialism.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a model of good practice in the teaching of Science from KS3-5
• Have the skills and experience to support curriculum development and to promote high standards within the Science department.
• Be actively supportive of the Catholic values and beliefs of St John Bosco College and make a positive contribution to the wider life of the school.

Early applications are welcome – we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date if a suitable candidate is found.

Closing date: Friday 16 October 2026, 12PM

Interview date: TBC

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Headteacher: Paul Dunne BSc PGCE MA

St. John Bosco College

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