Leader of Learning Science

ROLE SUMMARY

Job Title: Science Leader of Learning (Teacher)

Company: King’s Inter High – Part of the Inspired Education Group

Contract: Part Time (0.6 FTE), Maternity Cover (42 weeks per year; 35 contact weeks + 4 directed weeks)

Working Hours: 0.6 FTE – approximately 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Location: Remote – UK Based

Start Date: 23 February 2026

Additional Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Cover, Employee Discount Programme

The Science Leader of Learning (Teacher) will join King’s Inter High on a part-time (0.6 FTE) maternity cover basis, inspiring students to achieve their full potential across the Science curriculum. The role includes teaching General Science at Key Stage 3, GCSE Science (Biology, Chemistry, and Physics) at Key Stage 4, and ideally one Science discipline at Key Stage 5 (A Level or IB).

Working collaboratively with the Head of Subject and the wider Science team, the post-holder will contribute to maintaining high academic standards, developing engaging learning resources, and supporting student progress through exceptional online teaching and learning. This position offers an opportunity to join a forward-thinking team delivering high-quality education in an innovative digital environment.

In addition to this position, you may also be interested in our in‑person Inspired Careers Event in London on Saturday 24th January 2026. This school and over 30 other UK and international Inspired schools will be attending to connect with teachers seeking new roles starting from August 2026. For more information and to register, please :

• Inspire, motivate, and provide purposeful subject knowledge in Science to students.
• Keep up to date with current research and emerging pedagogy and share best practice within the department.
• Take a leading role in maintaining a positive, engaging, and inspirational learning climate across Science.
• Support self‑evaluation processes and contribute to school priorities for improvement.
• Maintain high professional standards and act as a role model for students and colleagues.
• Promote the academic progress and wellbeing of all students within assigned groups.
• Provide timely and accurate assessments, reports, and references for students.
• Participate in meetings, staff development, and CPD opportunities.
• Assist in developing high‑quality learning materials and course resources.
• Undertake additional work or responsibilities as directed by the line manager.

• A degree in a relevant Science subject and a recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE with QTS).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and professional standards.
• Experience teaching Science across Key Stages 3–5 (with the ability to teach at least one Science at KS5 desirable).
• Experience working in the primary, secondary, or college sector (state or independent).
• Ability to create, review, and enhance digital learning resources.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach.
• Confidence using technology and delivering online lessons effectively.
• A proactive, improvement‑focused mindset and the ability to adapt to change.

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre‑employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

Please download and complete our Inspired Application Form and submit alongside your CV. Inspired Academic Teaching Application Form