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Head of Science
Job Posted: 12 days ago
Salary: £ 31,650 - 49,084 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Bath, Bath and North East Somerset
Expire in: 16 days
Job Description
Head of Science – Prestigious Secondary School – Bath, Somerset – September 2025 Start
Location: Bath, Somerset
Salary: Leadership Scale L2–L6 (approx. £51,000–£60,000 p.a.)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time
Are you an experienced Head of Science with a proven track record of elevating student outcomes and leading a diverse faculty?
A highly respected secondary school in Bath is seeking a dynamic Head of Science to lead their Science department from September 2025. The successful candidate will drive academic excellence, oversee curriculum strategy, and foster a culture of scientific curiosity and innovation.
About the Role
You will develop and implement a cohesive Science curriculum across Key Stages 3–5, working with a team of Biology, Chemistry, and Physics specialists. You’ll oversee assessment and data analysis, coordinate cross-disciplinary STEM initiatives, and manage curriculum budgets and laboratory safety protocols.
Key responsibilities will include:
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Leading and mentoring a team of Science educators
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Establishing performance metrics and intervention strategies
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Driving enquiry-led learning through practical and digital methods
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Delivering professional development and peer observation programmes
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Building partnerships for STEM clubs, trips, and competitions
Who We’re Looking For
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QTS and a relevant Science degree
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Recent leadership/department head experience in secondary education
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Strong data-driven management and staff development skills
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Enthusiasm for innovation, enrichment, and cross-curricular learning
Why Join Our School in Bath?
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Lead a thriving department with excellent facilities
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Deliver impactful curriculum improvements with autonomy
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Inspire ambitious science learners in a high-expectation culture
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Enjoy strong SLT support and well-established CPD pathways
Leadership Benefits Include:
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Leadership-level CPD and professional coaching
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Defined career progression and performance incentives
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Class-visit relief and curriculum planning time
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On-site parking, wellbeing services, and pension scheme
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Budget for resources, fieldwork, and STEM enrichmentBefore You Apply
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