Assistant Head of Faculty - Science

Joseph Leckie Academy, Walsall, West Midlands, WS5 4PG

12 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  13th April 2026

• Closing date

  28 November 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  14 November 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Science
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual) MPS/UPS Plus TLR 2C (£8,609pa)

Assistant Head of Faculty - Science job summary

• Are you passionate about teaching Science?
• Are you keen to develop your leadership experience?
• Are you committed to making a difference to the lives of young people in Walsall?

This is a fantastic opportunity for you to contribute towards building a great future for the Science Faculty at Joseph Leckie Academy, in a dedicated and committed department. You will play a vital role in raising standards in science, particularly at Key Stage 4, and support the development of teachers, consistent curriculum delivery and promote excellence across the Faculty.

We are looking for an inspirational teacher to develop and support our Key Stage 4 Science curriculum, as well as the wider Faculty. We welcome applications from outstanding teachers with the experience to assist in leading our science team. We are passionate about promoting STEM subjects and, as such, offer AQA Trilogy Combined Science and AQA Separate Science, Pearson BTEC Level 3 Applied Science and all three A-Level disciplines, with the hope to begin offering AAQs in 2026.

The Science Faculty is comprised of a large team of experienced teachers and middle leaders, including a Head of Faculty, Key Stage Leaders, Lead Practitioner, teaching assistants and technicians, all who offer a wealth of support and professional advice to staff at all levels. There are 13 specialist laboratories for practical lessons, as well as access to computer rooms for vocational coursework.

The successful candidate will:

- have a proven record of raising achievement in science, particularly within KS4, with consistent impact on teaching, learning and progress and attainment in science.

- have experience of teaching all three disciplines (biology, chemistry and physics) to at least GCSE, either Combined and/or Single Science.

- have experience in or an ability to teach at Post-16, including A-Level Biology, Chemistry or Physics and/or BTEC Applied Science or other vocational courses (highly desirable).

- be a committed team player with a shared focus on teaching, learning, curriculum and staff development.

- be a successful, highly organised leader with at least four years’ experience in teaching and school leadership.

- have experience of coaching/mentoring, observing and giving feedback to staff and training staff in teaching and learning.

- be passionate about science and promote a love of learning.

- be positive, enthusiastic, resilient and a team player.

We can offer you:

- A dedicated Faculty working collaboratively towards a shared vision.

- Teaching in your subject specialism area.

- Friendly and supportive staff across the Academy.

- Professional development opportunities, including both internal and external programmes.

- SSAT Teaching and Learning training as a TEEP ambassador School with Level 3 trainers.

- Excellent facilities and comprehensive staff benefits including; staff social events, access to onsite fitness gym, Academy Counsellor, Academy Nurse, Well-being Coordinator for staff, monthly staff breakfasts, employee assistance programme and much more.

- An expanding Academy and newly established Multi-Academy Trust at the forefront of change and growth, with high standards and an ambitious desire to improve education in Walsall.

- A dedicated Faculty working collaboratively towards a shared vision.

- A highly dedicated and committed team of Senior Leaders, Lead Practitioners, Middle Leaders and Pastoral Leaders supporting at all levels.

Please see the attached job description for further details.

For more information about the academy, role and requirements click on the links below.

Application process:

Please see the attached job description and person specification and address this in your letter.

Applicants should address the following two questions in their letter:

1. 1. Explain how your experience, skills and qualities to date have prepared you for this role.

2. 2. Explain how you see your role as Assistant Head of Faculty, developing the Science at JLA.

We welcome visits to the Academy, please contact Mrs A Morgan (a.morgan@josephleckieacademy.co.uk) to arrange a visit.

Closing date for applications: Friday 28th November 2025 at 9am

Interview Date: Week commencing 1st December 2025

Please send completed applications to Mrs A Morgan at recruitment@josephleckieacademy.co.uk

Please note that CVs or incomplete application forms will not be considered. All other applications will be considered, however, only those who are shortlisted will be contacted.

Joseph Leckie Academy reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the deadline.

Joseph Leckie Academy is an equal opportunities employer and fully committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of students and all candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Telephone: 01922 721071
E-mail: Recruitment@josephleckieacademy.co.uk
Visit the Academy Website: https://www.josephleckieacademy.co.uk/

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Joseph Leckie Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1520 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Joseph Leckie Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/joseph-leckie-academy

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