Curriculum Area Lead - Science

Salary: £36,400 up to £53,040 PLUS TLR1

We are seeking an outstanding Science practitioner to lead our hardworking, forward‑thinking Science team. You will have full responsibility for departmental outcomes, drive curriculum excellence, and model high‑quality teaching across KS3 and KS4.

As part of United Learning, we proudly offer More Pay, More Time, More Support — our pledge to every teacher.

• We pay on average 5% above national scales – the best rates of pay in the sector
• Cash towards medical treatment
• Generous staff discount scheme

• Three extra INSET days for planning and development
• At least one personal day each year

• Great training for your career
• Exceptional curriculum resources
• Expert subject advice
• Support for your wellbeing

• Lead and inspire the Science teaching team
• Take accountability for exam outcomes and student progress
• Write, monitor and refine schemes of work
• Carry out quality assurance across teaching, assessment, and curriculum
• Model exemplary classroom practice
• Mentor ECTs and trainees
• Use data effectively to plan interventions
• Deliver engaging, well‑structured lessons aligned with Rosenshine’s Principles
• Ensure all departmental policies are implemented consistently
• Support literacy and oracy development
• Contribute to extra‑curricular Science opportunities

You will be:

• A qualified teacher with a degree in a Science discipline
• An experienced Science teacher with strong pedagogical understanding
• Skilled in motivating and engaging learners
• Confident using assessment to drive progress
• Committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and high standards
• A collaborative leader who supports and challenges colleagues
• Reflective, ambitious, and ready to contribute to whole‑school improvement

All essential criteria must be evidenced in your application.