Assistant Head of Science

Ralph Thoresby School, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS16 7RX

26 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  25 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  27 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Head of department or curriculum
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Science
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916 - £51,048 TLR 2b £5,911 (One and 1/2 term HoD due to ongoing maternity leave - TLR 1b £12,608 pro rata)
• Additional allowances:

  TLR 2b £5,911 ; (One and 1/2 term HoD due to ongoing maternity leave - TLR 1b £12,608 pro rata)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a hardworking,ambitiousand dynamic teacher to join the team as an Assistant Head of Science.You will be an outstanding practitioner with the desire,energyand drive to further improve standards of achievement and ensure teaching is of the highest quality across the department. Leadership experience is desirable but not essential, however having ambition for a leadership role and eagerness to learn is essential. We would welcome all specialisms and whilst A-Level teaching experience is desirable this is not essential providing you are willing to embrace a new opportunity.This role would also have the opportunity to cover a term and a half of Head of Department role due to on-going maternity leave.

What the school offers its staff

Ralph Thoresby is a successful and over-subscribed secondary school in north Leeds, recently graded 'Good' againby Ofsted. 'This is a school where staff and pupils celebrate diversity and promote values, mutual respect and care for others' (Ofsted).The successful candidate will share our commitment towards constantly improving our provision and raising achievement in Science and across the school.

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

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post requires Enhanced Disclosure (DBS).

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

RTS Teaching Staff Application Form 2023.pdf - 188 KB (opens in new tab)

second in science advert march 2026.pdf - 924 KB (opens in new tab)

About Ralph Thoresby School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1004 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Ralph Thoresby School website
• Email address: recruitment@ralphthoresby.com
• Phone number: 0113 397 9911
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/ralph-thoresby-school

The school is a mixed community school with over 1,000 students on role. Approximately 30% of our students come from ethnic minority backgrounds and we have a resource provision for physically impaired students which really adds to the positive and harmonious atmosphere around school. Our superb, modern school building further enhances the atmosphere and supports students’ learning. ‘This is a school where staff and pupils celebrate diversity and promote values of tolerance, mutual respect, and care for others’ (Ofsted).

Arranging a visit to Ralph Thoresby School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@ralphthoresby.com.

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