Head of Chemistry

Overview

Job Title: Lead Practitioner Science Chemistry
Area: Hackney
Closing Date: 31st January 2026
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: L5 to L9 Payscale
Working hours: Full time

Lead on raising standards in Science, supporting high quality teaching across KS3 and KS4 to improve outcomes.

A large, diverse secondary setting with a strong focus on high achievement, professional development and collaborative practice. Staff are supported to deliver an ambitious curriculum and drive continual improvement.

This role leads the development of high quality teaching in Science across KS3 and KS4. Responsibilities include supporting staff, improving standards, leading CPD, monitoring curriculum delivery and contributing to whole school improvement.

• Lead on improving teaching and learning across Science
• Support staff through coaching, modelling and guidance
• Oversee planning, monitoring and evaluation of KS3 and KS4 provision
• Lead dissemination of best practice and resources
• Support school wide development priorities and action plans
• Chair department meetings and contribute to senior team discussions
• Maintain high visibility across the school day

The ideal candidate would have:

• Strong subject knowledge in Science with expertise in Chemistry
• Experience improving standards in teaching and learning
• Ability to lead professional development for colleagues
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Experience in monitoring curriculum delivery and student outcomes
• Commitment to raising attainment and supporting staff development

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.