Job type
PermanentLocation
RedbridgeWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Secondary TeachingIndustry
Education & TrainingPay
M6 or above + TLR
Head of Science | Secondary School Job | East London | HAYS Education
Your new company
Hays Education are working in partnership with a well-established secondary school in East London to recruit an ambitious and experienced Head of Science.
This is an exciting leadership opportunity for a passionate practitioner to lead a committed department and drive continued improvement across Key Stages 3–5.
This is a well-regarded, Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ secondary school with a strong focus on achievement and continuous improvement. The school benefits from:
- A supportive and experienced senior leadership team
- Positive student behaviour and an inclusive school culture
- A clear commitment to staff development and progression
- Strong academic outcomes and high expectations for all learners
Your new role
As Head of Science, you will:
- Lead and manage the Science department, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning across all key stages
- Drive student outcomes through effective curriculum planning, assessment, and intervention strategies
- Support, coach and develop a team of teachers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture
- Contribute to whole-school improvement as a key member of the middle leadership team
- Promote a passion for science through an engaging and inclusive curriculum
What you'll need to succeed
We are looking for:
- A qualified teacher (QTS or equivalent) with strong subject knowledge across Science
- Proven experience of teaching Science to both GCSE and A-Level
- Previous leadership experience in science is essential
- Physics specialism is desirable but not essential
- A track record of improving outcomes and delivering high-quality teaching
- Strong organisational, communication, and leadership skills
What you'll get in return
- A permanent leadership role within a supportive school environment
- Opportunities for continued professional development and career progression
- The chance to make a significant impact on student outcomes and departmental success
- Competitive salary in line with experience (Inner MPS/UPS + TLR)
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
