Head of Science/Director of Science

Sutton Community Academy, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 1EE

11 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  11 May 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  30 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Science
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual) MPS1 – UPS3. plus TLR £12,212

Head of Science/Director of Science job summary

Head of Science/Director of Science

• Salary: £32,916 - £51,048 per annum / Plus TLR £12,212
• Pay scale: MPS1 - UPS3
• Hours: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Commencing: September 2026

We are seeking an exceptional Head of Science/Director of Science to lead, inspire and shape our evolving Science department for the next stage of its development. This is an exciting opportunity for a hardworking, driven professional with the vision, energy and ambition to make a real impact, both in the classroom and across the wider school community.

There is an opportunity of additional responsibilities for the right candidate.

The successful candidate will take strategic ownership of the department, building on strong foundations to drive excellence in teaching and learning, supported by excellent facilities and a clear commitment to high-quality science education for all students.

If you are interested in working with young people and would like to help them as they prepare for their future working lives, we would like to hear from you. Come and see us and check out what we’re all about.

About the role:

We are looking for an individual who wants to come in and shape the department, raise standards and ensure that students leave able and qualified. The appointed candidate will work collaboratively with colleagues and will be supported by our Senior Leadership Team.

The successful candidate will join an academy which is dynamic and inspiring, creating a culture of success amongst our students. To succeed, you will be an exceptional leader and educator with vision, tenacity, optimism, strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to inspire students to achieve their very best in a progressive, dynamic and improving Academy; creating a culture of strong success amongst our students.

As a key leader, you will be responsible for raising the standards of student attainment, achievement, progress and development within all subjects in Science, be accountable for leading, managing and developing all aspects of the curriculum in Science and develop and enhance the teaching practice of others. We are keen to secure a high calibre leader who can make a telling contribution to our forward-looking team.

We have a commitment to disruption-free learning and hold high standards for all. We operate in a high trust, high accountability model and have three fundamental goals which are carefully defined:

• Capable: Everyone is equipped with the knowledge, skills, and emotional readiness to perform to a high standard, adapt to change, and contribute meaningfully.
• Competent: Everyone has the knowledge, habits, and judgement to get things done well, reliably, and independently, feeling assured in their ability to make progress and handle setbacks.
• Confident: Everyone feels safe, happy, and known - emotionally secure enough to take risks, grow, and act with purpose and integrity.

The Science department is one rooted in working to provide the very best curriculum and teacher for our all our students, with a strong commitment to removing barriers to learning for all. We celebrate with our students not only the joys and diversity of our subject, but also the academic rigour of it, too.

About us:

Sutton Community Academy sits proudly at the heart of the community. We are passionate about Diversity and Inclusion and welcome all applicants. Our academy operates around #thesuttonway which puts traditional British values and common sense at the heart of everything we do. We are a place where people learn, grow, share, and discover their full potential.

We train our staff to bring out the best in each and every student, and place strong emphasis on high expectations and good behaviour, so that nobody is held back or prevented from developing. The same applies to our staff: we invest heavily in personal development with staff wellbeing always a priority.

About Academy Transformation Trust:

Sutton Community Academy is part of the Academy Transformation Trust family, whose ATT2030 Vision means we meet our young people where they are at and refuse to leave them there. Our pupils will leave us capable, competent and confident and take their place in the community of educated people. Our staff will be cared for, developed and they do will be capable, competent and confident. We would love to hear from those who want to join us in that mission.

In Return:

If you have what it takes, you can join an experienced, innovative Academy with incredible potential and you can look forward to:

• An amazing people development offer through our ATT Institute providing you with continuous self-development.
• A comprehensive package of benefits via our Viv-Up staff benefits platform. You will enjoy a generous pension scheme, shopping discounts, cycle-to-work and gym schemes, cinema tickets and an employee assistance program.
• The chance to progress your career.

We are an open school and proud of what we do - visits are welcome.

For Further information and to apply online, please see our application pack.

Closing date: Monday 11th May 9:00am

Interview date: To be confirmed

This vacancy may close earlier than the closing date if suitable applications are received, therefore, it is advised to apply early.

Sutton Community Academy are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will undertake an enhanced DBS criminal record check, and online searches will be carried out in line with KCSIE update 2025. We are committed to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion and welcome all applications. We are open to Flexible Working.

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 Sutton Community Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 800 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Sutton Community Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/sutton-community-academy

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