Second in Charge (2iC) - Science

Saint John Bosco College; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint John Bosco College in Battersea is a Catholic 11–18 comprehensive school. It was judged “Good” by Ofsted in October 2022 and “Outstanding” by the Archdiocese of Southwark in 2025.

The school recently moved into a state-of-the-art building in the heart of Battersea, with a strong focus on excellence and opportunities for CPD. The appointed candidate will join as Second in Charge of Science, supporting the Head of Department to lead a high-performing team, secure KS3 excellence, and develop

Qualifications

• Strong subject knowledge in science.
• Experience leading a high-performing Science team.
• Focus on securing excellence at Key Stage 3.
• Drive curriculum quality, teaching standards and student outcomes.
• Opportunity for CPD and career development within the school.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Department in leading the Science team.
• Drive curriculum quality, teaching standards and student outcomes.
• Opportunity to extend leadership across other key stages as priorities evolve.

Skills

Leadership

Science knowledge

Curriculum development

Job description

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 theHead 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.