Head of Faculty - Science

St Paul's Way Trust School, London, E3 4FT

7 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2027

• Closing date

  19 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  12 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Head of year or phase
• 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: 40,317.00 - 62,496.00

Head of Faculty - Science job summary

Are you a dynamic and inspiring Head of Faculty Science looking to enthuse students about your subject and raise their achievement?

We are seeking an ambitious and inspiring Head of Faculty – Science to lead an academically driven and innovative department, dedicated to achieving outstanding outcomes for all students.

As the Head of Faculty, you will:

Ensure effective leadership of the curriculum in order to support the most effective teaching, to ensure each student is able to reach their full potential.  

Engage in the student progress review model to ensure strategic plans are in place to address underperformance or concerns over individual students or subgroups.

 Development, working structure and flexible working at St Pauls Way

At SPW we have shaped a working environment that places staff wellbeing at its centre without compromising the quality of teaching and learning. To all staff we pledge:  

An all-school approach to behaviour management that is led by an experienced and well-resourced pastoral team  

Whole class feedback models instead of written marking

Fortnightly curriculum planning time and centralised SOW and resources 

Instructional coaching for every member of the teaching staff 

Reduced data entry: only two data inputs for each year group per academic year 

Planning and preparation time that far exceeds the local and national average, approaching almost one-fifth of the timetable

Protected collaborative planning time for staff in all teams

Considered and impactful line management for all staff 

Flexible working including opportunities for part-time work and flexible planning time onsite/offsite

A high achieving, dynamic and professional sixth form that provides extensive development opportunities

Beyond this, collaboration underpins a staff developmental model in which every teacher benefits from fortnightly coaching, within which time teams also have timetabled subject specific training during the school day. 

At SPWS we believe in fostering a clear and explicit student culture that is articulated through our character framework and is underpinned by the values of SPWT: Integrity, Aspiration and Community.

For more information on our school can be on our website Secondary - St Paul's Way

About you

We want to hear from you if you are: 

A fully qualified teacher with evidence of QTS for secondary teaching.

Qualified to at least degree level in subject area and/or good A Levels or equlivent.

Unrelenting in your pursuit of excellence in all aspects of your practice

Successful in working with young people and securing the best outcomes for them 

Team spirited and prepared to go above and beyond to get the job done.

Why join us?

Professional Development: An excellent CPD package for staff, enhancing your professional development with comprehensive training opportunities.

Career Growth: Opportunities for growth and real career development in an encouraging environment with plenty of room for advancement.

Supportive Environment: Full support from a dedicated and visible team of senior leaders and pastoral managers.

Employee Assistance: Employee Assistance Scheme for access to advice, information, and face-to-face counselling.

Staff Wellbeing: A meaningful approach to staff wellbeing, including access to cycle to work and parking.

For more information on our school can be on our website Secondary - St Paul's Way 

Early applications are appreciated as interviews will be arranged as and when suitable applications are received. 

St Paul’s Way Trust 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 candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS Check.

https://www.ust.london/policies/child-protection-safeguarding

https://www.ust.london/policies/code-of-conduct

In accordance with our Company Policies and KCSIE guidelines set out by the Department for Education, a background check will be carried out on your online digital presence. For this we use a third-party professional screening partner, SP Index (www.sp-index.com), experienced in processing personal data for the purpose of such checks.

We reserve the right to commence or complete the recruitment process prior to the closing date.

We do not accept applications via agencies.

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 St Paul's Way Trust School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 4 to 18
• Education phase: All through school
• Size: 1866 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: St Paul's Way Trust School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-paul-s-way-trust-school-london

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