Assistant Progress Leader for Science

Up Holland High School, Wigan, Lancashire, WN5 7AL

33 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  20 April 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  18 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Other leadership roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subject: Science
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Main Teacher Scale / Upper Pay Scale
• Additional allowances:

  TLR 2.2

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an Assistant Progress Leader for Science to support the strategic development and delivery of a high-quality science curriculum and to provide additional leadership capacity. The successful candidate needs to be a practitioner who consistently delivers high quality teaching with the ability to inspire, engage and motivate students. Strengths will need to include; excellent communication skills, personal ambition and a strong team player and above all else will need to be ‘Dedicated to Excellence’ in all that they do.

The current leadership model has a Progress Leader, and one Assistant Progress Leader who supports at Key Stage 3. This post would see the structure shift to a model of two Assistant Progress Leaders which reflects the value that we place on the subject. The faculty also has an Associate Assistant Headteacher teaching in science and offering senior leadership support.

The new post holder will have responsibility in supporting the development of Key Stage 4 Science, with an emphasis on the development, teaching and leading of Chemistry and providing professional development and training for other team members. Working collaboratively within the faculty will ensure we have a broad, balanced and engaging science curriculum that motivates students and promotes high achievement.

The role includes leading the development, quality assurance and evaluation of KS4 resources, while supporting the Progress Leader for Science through effective use of assessment data to drive improvement in student progress and attainment. The postholder will strengthen the curriculum by linking learning to real-world scientific contexts and STEM careers. This includes coordinating student interactions with STEM professionals, supporting the planning and delivery of extra-curricular and enrichment activities including trips.

What the school offers its staff

If appointed, you can expect full-support and continuing professional development, as we promote a model of leadership at all levels and a bespoke and tailored professional development programme. We offer a professionally stimulating working environment where teachers have the opportunity to progress and most critically, to positively impact the lives of our students.

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

Up Holland High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will need to undertake a DBS enhanced clearance, including checks with past employers. Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education online searches will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

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.

UHHS Science Assistant Progress Leader Mar 2026.pdf - 1.16 MB (opens in new tab)

About Up Holland High School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 861 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Up Holland High School website
• Email address: j.harrison@uphollandhigh.org.uk
• Phone number: 01695 625191
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/up-holland-high-school-wigan

Situated on the borders of Lancashire, Wigan and St Helens, Up Holland High School, Sandbrook Road, Orrell, Wigan. WN5 7AL

If you would like a snapshot of what our school is about, please see our video, available to view using the following: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kL5yjTJwG_8

Full vacancy details can be downloaded from this website or the school website: https://www.uhhs.uk/about-our-school/vacancies

Arranging a visit to Up Holland High School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email j.harrison@uphollandhigh.org.uk.

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