Director of Science
UTC Heathrow, Northwood, HA6 1QG38 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 January 2026
Closing date
1 December 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
24 October 2025
Job details
Job role
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subjects
- Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Science
Working pattern
- Full time: Monday to Friday 37.5 Hours
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- L1-L5 (£55,881 - £61,249) Outer London Salary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and aspiring leader to be in charge of the Science Department. The leader needs to be an excellent classroom practitioner who can teach GCSE Combined Science (Trilogy), GCSE Biology, GCSE Chemistry and A-Level Physics.
All students at UTC Heathrow specialise in either Engineering or Digital subjects; at 14 they will also study a broad and balanced curriculum and at Post 16 the curriculum becomes more specialist with A levels in Physics, Mathematics and Computer Science. In addition, students can study a specialist BTEC Level 3 course in Engineering or IT/Computing. At capacity, we will be educating 400 students who will all have a passion for Engineering or Digital; it is a truly inspirational environment.
What the school offers its staff
This role will provide you with:
- Leadership development via our leadership programmes
- Working closely with leading industry employers
- Focused teaching - only teaching KS4 and KS5 classes
- Opportunities for career development as the UTC grows and across Activate Learning Education Trust
- Be part of the Extended Leadership Team within the UTC
- An opportunity to be at the forefront of STEM education
Further information about the job
If you believe that this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and substantially contribute to an exciting future for UTC Heathrow, then you are encouraged to explore further by contacting HR, Gemma Gardiner, for a more detailed discussion, if required. Completed application forms should be emailed toHR@Heathrow-UTC.org
Closing date: Monday 1st December at Midday Interviews will take place the following week. We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
We undertake social media checks on all shortlisted candidates in accordance with DFE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022’
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Upload additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About UTC Heathrow
- School type
- Free School, ages 14 to 19
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 249 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 14 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- UTC Heathrow website
- Email address
- HR@heathrow-utc.org
- Phone number
- 01923602130
UTC Heathrow is a University Technical College (UTC) specialising in Engineering Science & maths, which opened in September 2014 in a ‘state-of-the-art’ building. The specialist curriculum appeals to secondary school-aged students keen on developing their talent in these areas. A UTC is different from the average school because it is designed with the backing of the local business community and has industry partners involved. UTC Heathrow connects students with industry partners Heathrow, Cisco, Peter Brett Associates, Fujitsu and TfL, offering great access to employment and sponsorship opportunities.
We have created an inspirational learning environment where learning is central, UTC Heathrow offers a unique learning opportunity for young people interested in engineering & STEM, by developing the technical, personal and employability skills needed to progress to university and the world of work.
Arranging a visit to UTC Heathrow
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email HR@heathrow-utc.org.
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