Second in Science & KS3 Coordinator

WAYMAN Education; Taunton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking school in Taunton seeks a skilled Science teacher to become Second in Department. The role involves leading Key Stage 3 Science, supporting departmental management, and promoting STEM engagement across student groups, alongside clear pathways for leadership progression.

Benefits

Outstanding department support and student outcomes

Modern teaching spaces

Clear pathways for leadership progression

Supportive leadership team

Qualifications

• An enthusiastic Science teacher with high expectations.
• Confident in leading curriculum and supporting colleagues.
• Enhanced DBS required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate KS3 curriculum delivery and assess student progression.
• Support the Head of Science with department management.
• Lead CPD and mentoring within the department.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Leadership

Adaptability

Commitment to STEM

Classroom Management

Job description

Location: Taunton
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR

A forward-thinking and inclusive school in Taunton is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Science teacher to become Second in Department, with responsibility for leading Key Stage 3 Science. This role will also offer scope to support cross-year pastoral initiatives or tutor leadership.

Why This School?

• A Science department with outstanding support and strong student outcomes

• Modern teaching spaces and collaborative planning structures

• School-wide emphasis on student voice, independence and well-being

• Clear pathways for leadership progression

• Supportive and flexible senior leadership team

Key Aspects of the Role:

• Coordinate KS3 curriculum delivery, assessment and progression

• Support the Head of Science with department management and quality assurance

• Lead CPD or mentoring within the department

• Take an active role in developing enrichment opportunities and outreach

• Participate in pastoral programmes including transition support or academic mentoring

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• An enthusiastic Science teacher with high expectations

• Confident in leading curriculum and supporting colleagues

• Committed to promoting STEM engagement across all student groups

• Strong classroom practitioner with an inclusive and adaptive approach

• Enhanced DBS required