Assistant Principal / Head of Science

Hurstmere School, Sidcup, DA15 9AW

11 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2027

• Closing date

  23 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  12 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Assistant headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £72,940.00 - £87,736.00 Annually (Actual)

Assistant Principal / Head of Science job summary

We are looking for an inspirational and forward-thinking leader with a passion for raising standards in Science and securing outstanding outcomes for students. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of the Science Department, driving excellence in teaching and learning, and contributing to the school's culture of continuous improvement.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and ambitious practitioner seeking to further develop their leadership career within a supportive and ambitious school environment. The role offers rewarding opportunities both within and beyond the classroom, enabling you to make a lasting impact on the educational experiences and life chances of young people.

If you are a dynamic, innovative, and highly motivated leader who is committed to educational excellence, we would be delighted to hear from you.

In return, The Howard Academy Trust offers a wide variety of benefits, details of which are outlined below.

The golden hello will be paid in two instalments: £2,500 upon successful completion of the probationary period and a further £2,500 after one year's continuous service.

What can we offer you?

The successful candidate will be someone who has high expectations and is passionate about education. In return, we can promise an investment in you and your future, offering a competitive remuneration package, providing first class professional development and career opportunities.

We value our staff and actively support their professional development and have redesigned our working week to place even greater emphasis on employee development. You will have access to ongoing professional development including accredited courses. If you are looking to extend your experience and would be interested in joining our team, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Benefits of Working with The Howard Academy Trust

We care about the personal and professional wellbeing of our staff, and are pleased to offer:

• Health Assured - Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to Benenden Healthcare
• Free Flu Jabs
• Free Health Checks
• Access EarlyPay
• Skills Network of 30 Free Level 2 8 - 12 week courses
• Discounted gym membership
• CPD afternoons
• Access to Mental Health First Aiders
• Free parking on all our sites

If you require any further information or you wish to organise a tour of the school, please contact the school office by calling 0208 3005665 or via email to info@hurstmere.org.uk

We reserve the right to alter our interview dates and close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.

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 Hurstmere School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 893 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Hurstmere School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/hustmere-school

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