Head of Science
The Eaglewood School, New Milton, Hampshire, BH25 6SY13 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
2 March 2026 at 9am
Date listed
17 February 2026
Job details
Job role
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subjects
- Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Science
Working pattern
- Full time: as per teachers pay and conditions
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- UPS3 plus possible TLR
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for a dedicated and motivated Head of Science to lead the Science teaching in the school. Responsible for the learning and achievement of all pupils in the class, ensuring equity of opportunity for all, achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
To deliver the curriculum as relevant to the age and ability of the individuals and classes you teach, preparing and developing teaching materials, programmes and pastoral arrangements as appropriate
Be accountable for the attainment, progress and outcomes of all pupils within your class/es, planning effectively to ensure that pupils have the opportunity to meet their potential
Be aware of pupils’ capabilities, planning effectively to meet the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs and work in collaboration with the SENCo to make an appropriate contribution to and participate in the preparation, implementation, monitoring and review of SEN Support Arrangements
Use an appropriate range of observations, assessment, monitoring and recording strategies as a basis for setting challenging learning for pupils with diverse abilities and experiences, monitoring pupil progress and attainment
Make accurate and productive use of assessments to secure pupil progress and report to parents on the development, progress and attainment of pupils
Establish and maintain engaging and effective relationships with parents, Governors and the wider community
Actively participate in meetings and professional development opportunities
Engage and make positive contributions as a member of the wider school team, planning collaboratively, sharing information, ideas and expertise, raising standards by sharing effective practice
Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school, raising any concerns by following the relevant policies and procedures
Establish a safe, purposeful and stimulating environment for pupils, ensuring high expectations of discipline which pupils respect, acting to pre-empt and deal with inappropriate behaviour in the context of the behaviour policy of the school
Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to the pupils’ needs in order to inspire, motivate and challenge pupils
Be a positive role model, and demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour expected of pupils’
Establish and maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary
What the school offers its staff
- A generous workplace pension
- CPD & recognition policies
- work-life balance
- health and wellbeing support
- staff benefits platform
- 2 weeks October half term holiday
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The Eaglewood School follows best practice in recruiting staff in relation to safeguarding and is an equal opportunities employer.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About The Eaglewood School
- School type
- Free School, ages 7 to 16
- School size
- 33 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 7 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Eaglewood School website
- Email address
- a.wood@eaglewoodschool.co.uk
- Phone number
- 01425 460994
Eaglewood School is a small Alternative Provision Free School based close to both the beautiful New Forest and the beach. We cater for students who have found their mainstream education settings difficult and for a wide variety of reasons need a smaller, calmer and kinder environment to reset and get back on track.
Arranging a visit to The Eaglewood School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email a.wood@eaglewoodschool.co.uk.
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