Head of Science
Sir Frederick Gibberd College, Harlow, Essex, CM18 6RNThis job expired on 27 April 2025 – see similar jobs
Start date details
September 2025
Closing date
27 April 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
10 April 2025
Job details
Job role
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- £33,074.00 - £50,470.00 Annually (Actual) Plus TLR 1A and excellent benefits
Head of Science job summary
Sir Frederick Gibberd is looking to recruit a hardworking, enthusiastic Head of Science. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to maintaining high standards set within the school.
Our focus on teaching and learning and developing great teachers and leaders is our number one priority. We have a real sense of passion and determination that students and staff bring to all that they do, making Sir Frederick Gibberd a superb place both to learn and to work.
You should have the experience or the ability to teach at KS3 and you will be required to teach across the age and ability range through Year 7 to Year 11. You will be accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in students’ learning, work and conduct.
The successful candidate will:
- Have a passion for Science which is evident in their day to day teaching.
- Show evidence of being, or having the clear potential to be an outstanding teacher of Science.
- Contribute to intervention programmes and other after-school activities.
- Play a full and active role in the life of the school.
As Head of Science you will:
- Lead the department maintaining high standards of teaching and learning,
- Inspire and challenge students to excel, fostering a love for Science.
- Play a key role in mentoring and supporting colleagues within the department.
In return, we can offer you:
- We run regular CPD sessions, access to training and clear pathways for career progression.
- Private Healthcare Benefits including access to Doctorline
- Employee Benefits and Engagement Platform including various salary sacrifice schemes
- Access to Employee Assistance Program 24/7 including free counselling sessions
- Generous Teacher Pension contribution
- Free Onsite Parking.
Early application is encouraged. The post could be ended prior to end date if a successful candidate appointed.
Please see the Job Description for full information of the role.
Further information about the job
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.
About Sir Frederick Gibberd College
- School type
- Free School, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 843 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Sir Frederick Gibberd College website
Brand new 11-19 school with an academic sixth form in Harlow, Essex.
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