Head of Science/ Aspiring Head of Science

Gracewood Academy, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, EN6 1EZ

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  TBC

• Closing date

  16 October 2026 at 5pm

• Date listed

  2 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Head of department or curriculum
  • Head of year or phase
  • Teacher or lecturer
• 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: £35,602 – £54,328 (Fringe) + TLR 1A £10,531

Head of Science/ Aspiring Head of Science job summary

We are seeking to appoint an ambitious and inspiring Head of Science / Aspiring Head of Science with a passion for the subject and a strong commitment to raising standards. This is an exciting opportunity for either an established middle leader ready to take full responsibility for the Science department, or an exceptional classroom practitioner with clear leadership potential who is ready to take the next step in their career.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent subject knowledge, strong classroom practice and the ability to inspire both students and colleagues. Depending on the level of appointment, you will either lead the strategic development of the Science department or take on an appropriately scoped leadership remit, with support and development towards the full Head of Science role.

You will be committed to delivering an ambitious and engaging Science curriculum, improving outcomes for students and creating opportunities that develop curiosity, scientific thinking and a genuine enthusiasm for the subject.

About us:

We are Future Academies: a flourishing multi-academy trust, founded with the aim of improving the life chances and raising the aspirations of young people. We offer a rich and stimulating education comprised of a knowledge-rich curriculum, diverse cultural and extracurricular opportunities, and a strong pastoral support system. All children and young people are welcomed in our inclusive community, and all are challenged to be the best they can be. This ethos is embodied in our Trust values -Knowledge, Aspiration, and Respect - and in our motto, libertas per cultum (“freedom through education”).

Future Academies recognises its employees as the most important asset and critical to its success. To demonstrate this all staff are offered the following benefits:

A supportive ethos and concern for the well-being of all colleagues.

Excellent CPD opportunities and career progression.

Employer Contributions to Local Government or Teachers Pension Scheme.

Mintago – access to numerous cost saving employee benefits including fantastic cost savings on childcare.

Employee Assistance Programme.

Access to a Virtual GP

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 Gracewood Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 420 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Gracewood Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/mount-grace-school-en6-1ez

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