Director of Learning - Science

Leigh Academy Hundred of Hoo, Rochester, Kent, ME3 9HH

11 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  9 March 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  26 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Head of department or curriculum
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subject: Science
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Leadership scale based on experience

What skills and experience we're looking for

MPS/UPS (England & Wales) + TLR + Teacher Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additionalLAT benefits.

Are you an inspiring and ambitious Science specialist ready to lead, innovate and make a lasting impact?Leigh Academy Hundred of Hoois seeking a dynamic and forward-thinkingDirector of Learning - Scienceto join our thriving all-through academy from September 2026.

At Leigh Academy Hundred of Hoo, we are more than just a school; we are a rapidly transforming community where high expectations, creativity and collaboration sit at the heart of everything we do.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape a vibrant Science department at a pivotal stage in our development. As Director of Learning, you will drive excellence in teaching and learning, inspire a team of committed practitioners, and ensure our curriculum is ambitious, coherent and grounded in strong subject expertise.

Within our unique all-through setting, you will also have the opportunity to collaborate across phases, helping to strengthen science provision from primary through to secondary and creating a truly seamless learning journey for our pupils.

What the school offers its staff

What makes Leigh Academy Hundred of Hoo a special place to work:

• ✨Shape the Vision- Be a key player in our growth from one to two-form entry. Help us design innovative learning environments, including our new outdoor spaces.

• ✨Cross-Phase Collaboration- Benefit from a unique all-through setting where primary and secondary expertise meet to create an exceptional curriculum.

• ✨Bespoke Career Development- We invest in you. From instructional coaching to leadership pathways, our CPD is tailored to help you take the next step in your professional journey.

• ✨A Supportive Community- Join a warm, close-knit staff team where your wellbeing is valued and your ideas are heard.

If you are ready to lead a department with energy, integrity and ambition - and help shape the future of Science education within a flourishing academy - we would love to hear from you.

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

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Job Pack _ Director of Learning - Science _ Leigh Academy Hundred of Hoo.pdf - 813 KB (opens in new tab)

About Leigh Academy Hundred of Hoo

• School type: Academy, ages 4 to 19
• Education phase: All through school
• School size: 1847 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Leigh Academy Hundred of Hoo website
• Email address: joinus@latrust.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-hundred-of-hoo-academy

Arranging a visit to Leigh Academy Hundred of Hoo

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