Head of Science Faculty
Ashmole Academy, London, N14 5RJ21 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
20 January 2025 at 9am
Date listed
20 December 2024
Job details
Job role
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subjects
- Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Science
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- £40,322 to £53,994
Additional allowances
TLR 1(5) £13,991
What skills and experience we're looking for
Required for September 2025, we are seeking to appoint a Head of Science Faculty to deliver an ambitious vision for Science across the Academy. This is a key strategic post and we are looking for applicants who have a proven track record of success with the ability to inspire colleagues and ensure high academic outcomes in Science.
The Science Faculty at Ashmole Academy is very well resourced and has a dynamic and dedicated team, passionate about igniting curiosity in our students for the wonders of science in the world around us. Our innovative curriculum empowers students to think critically like scientists, while developing their knowledge and skills, as we strive to inspire and nurture the next generation of science specialists. Our Science team constantly contributes towards pedagogical improvements across the academy and offers students an engaging curriculum. This is complemented by a strong extra-curricular provision and Scholar’s programme.
Science is a major strength of the academy and our results are outstanding. In 2024, at GCSE almost two thirds of our separate science students achieved at least a Grade 8, and almost 30% achieved a Grade 9. Approximately three quarters of our combined science students achieved a grade 5 or above. At A-Level, approximately 60% of Science students achieved A*-B and 28% achieved A*-A. Many of our Science students go on to study at Russell Group universities.
As Head of Faculty, you will line manage the Head of Biology, Head of Chemistry, Head of Physics and Head of Psychology to sustain a culture of excellence, aspiration and care within the faculty.
What the school offers its staff
Ashmole Academy is ranked as one of the most successful secondary schools in the country. In the Sunday Times Schools Guide 2025, we are recognised as the second highest riser school, climbing 143 places, and now ranked 193rd.
Situated near Southgate Station, we have an excellent reputation within the local community and benefit from strong support from governors, parents, students and a dedicated and highly motivated team of staff. We pride ourselves on maintaining a high level of mutual respect between students and all staff and continue to support other schools as a former Behaviour Hub lead school. Our examination results are consistently high and the Academy remains heavily oversubscribed every year. We celebrate diversity and have been awarded a Gold Equalities Award as a recognition of our commitment to equality.
Benefits of working for Ashmole Academy
- Access to high quality career development pathways, including a personalised induction plan, with opportunities to take on additional responsibilities within a large and well-resourced school
- Extensive professional development to ensure high quality leadership and teaching through INSET days, themed whole school meetings, support in completing national professional qualifications and departmental meetings with a focus on training
- A ‘rarely-cover’ policy
- A focus on wellbeing led by a staff wellbeing committee, promoting activities such as golden week, subsidised yoga and staff social activities
- Flexible working opportunities at a family friendly school, which includes a Primary School on site
- On site Starbucks as well as over 150 car park spaces and electric charging bays
- Opportunities to be part of a range of school trips including destinations in Europe and the USA
Equality, diversity and inclusion are essential elements of our culture. We strive to create a work environment in which all individuals are treated fairly and with respect and have equal access to opportunities and resources.
Commitment to safeguarding
Ashmole is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment
Applying for the job
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About Ashmole Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1878 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Ashmole Academy website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- clc@ashmoleacademy.org
- Phone number
- 020 8361 2703
Ashmole Academy Trust was formed in 2015 building upon the success of Ashmole Academy and its tradition of outstanding school performance. The trust currently consists of a primary and secondary school.
Ashmole Academy has a forward looking and innovative approach to all areas of school life and demand high standards of achievement. The school has an excellent reputation within the local community with strong support from Governors and Parents and a dedicated and highly motivated team of staff. We currently have approximately 1900 pupils with a growing and vibrant 6th Form of approximately 600. Our examination results are consistently outstanding and the Academy remains heavily oversubscribed every year.
Arranging a visit to Ashmole Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email clc@ashmoleacademy.org.
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