Head of Science

The Westwood Academy, Coventry, West Midlands, CV4 8DY

16 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2025

• Closing date

  17 March 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  27 February 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subject: Science
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5 hours per week
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Leadership 8 - 12 £59,167 - £65,286

What skills and experience we're looking for

Head of Science

Leadership 8 - 12

From September 2025

The Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Head of Science to join our dedicated team.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be Subject Leader of Science at The Westwood Academy with a particular focus on delivering Science education.

The role will have a particular focus on collaboration to develop and implement effective strategies for enhancing Science education across all levels.

Requirements:

• A degree in Science or a minimum of two years of teaching experience in the subject.

• Passion for Science education and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Experience in teaching KS3, KS4 and ideally KS5.

How to Apply:

If you would like an informal discussion with our Headteacher, prior to applying for the role, please email a.admin@twa.kmat.org.uk to arrange a meeting with Sarah Hatch, (Headteacher).

To express your interest in this position, please complete a KMAT application form and a covering letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for the role. Applications should be sent to a.admin@twa.kmat.org.uk

We reserve the right to close this advert early and invite candidates to interview before the closing date should we receive a sufficient number of applications, or a suitable candidate be found. We will be reviewing applications as they are received, therefore early applications are advised and welcomed.

Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

What the school offers its staff

About Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust:

Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust comprises of two schools within its umbrella, offering a rich and diverse learning environment. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and development, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing space for both students and staff.

The Westwood Academy is nestled in a leafy suburb on the outskirts of Coventry within walking distance of the University of Warwick campus, where our strong partnership with the University and other local employers fosters innovation and opportunity. Following our latest Ofsted inspection that we are very pleased with, we offer a nurturing and vibrant environment where talent is recognised.

Classrooms are fully equipped with large interactive TV screens and all the latest technologies at both the schools across the Trust.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking Trust that values innovation and collaboration. If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of Maths teaching and thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits:

• Excellent CPD opportunities

• A supportive team of colleagues across the school

• A positive, community, environment with an innovative learning culture

• A dedicated and forward-looking leadership team, with highly skilled staff upholding high expectations and aspirations for our students.

• Shared on-line resources to support the development of student learning.

• A wide enrichment programme in which you can participate.

• Employee well-being benefits via our Employee Assist healthcare programme (Benenden) physiotherapy, 24/7 GP and mental health support, retail and gym discounts, free flu vaccination, a laptop and free on-site parking.

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

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to admin@twa.kmat.org.uk

CVs are not accepted.

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.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Head of Department JD KSSF (KMAT).docx - 77.8 KB (opens in new tab)

About The Westwood Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 915 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: The Westwood Academy website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: admin@twa.kmat.org.uk
• Phone number: 02476467779
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-westwood-academy (opens in new tab)

The Westwood Academy is a school in the Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust

Arranging a visit to The Westwood Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@twa.kmat.org.uk.

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