Curriculum Leader of Science

Uxbridge High School, Uxbridge, Middlesex, UB8 2PR

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  19 December 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  5 December 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £37,870 - £56,154 Main/Upper Pay Scale (Outer London Weighting) Senior position of Curriculum Leader of Science will include TLR 1D

Curriculum Leader of Science job summary

Our School

Uxbridge High School is a vibrant, forward-thinking school that celebrates the academic, social, and emotional growth of each student. We take pride in our diverse, committed student body, supportive staff, and strong relationships with the wider community. As a truly comprehensive and multicultural school, we embody the spirit of modern Britain, valuing every child's unique journey and success.

Uxbridge High School Academy Trust believes in creating an environment that allows employees to be at their best. This is known by the community as our gold standard. Our commitment to our people, how we value and treat staff is set in our People Strategy.

The Department

Our science department is ambitious, friendly, and diverse, creating an environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. As one of the largest and departments, we are unique because we bring together a wealth of experience and expertise, allowing us to tackle challenges creatively and deliver exceptional results.

We pride ourselves on supporting one another and working as a team, united by a shared commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for all students.

We live by the PROUD values every day, consistently demonstrating respect for each other and for our students. By fostering an inclusive and positive culture, we ensure that everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed.

The Position

Uxbridge High School is seeking an inspiring and dynamic Curriculum Leader for Science to lead and manage our science department. This pivotal role involves driving curriculum development, raising student achievement, and fostering a thriving learning environment. You will oversee assessment and reporting, support staff development, and ensure effective resource management. As a key member of our leadership structure, you will represent the department at school and external meetings and promote extra-curricular opportunities. A teaching commitment is included, alongside adherence to safeguarding policies.

Benefits of Joining Uxbridge High School:

• Competitive salary and pension scheme.
• Opportunities for career progression and leadership roles within the department.
• A welcoming and inclusive environment that values wellbeing and promotes work-life balance.

Please note that the school reserves the right to close this vacancy prior to the stated deadline should a sufficient number of applications be received. Early application is therefore strongly advised.

Interviews and shortlisting for this role will begin after the Christmas holidays. We appreciate your patience during this time.

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 expect all staff to share this commitment.
Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.

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 Uxbridge High School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1345 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Uxbridge High School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/uxbridge-high-school-uxbridge

Uxbridge High School is an ambitious and dynamic converter academy with over 1,200 students aged 11 -18.
We have much to celebrate at Uxbridge High School including a committed and focused staff, outstanding facilities, strong relationships with the community and school partners, supportive Governors and a thriving Sixth Form.

We are delighted to be recognised by Alps in the top 20% of UK schools, celebrating outstanding Sixth Form student progress at A-level. We value the successes of every child, whatever their starting point. All of this takes place within a truly comprehensive and multicultural school that reflects life in modern Britain.

Our school values have been developed by students and staff, and form the basis of our ethos and culture.

All members of our school community subscribe and work towards always being: Positive, Respectful, Open-Minded, Unique, Determined: PROUD to Make Success Happen.

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