Lead Practitioner and KS4 Leader - Science

Crofton Academy, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 1NF

13 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  6 May 2026 at 10am

• Date listed

  23 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Head of department or curriculum
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £55,747.00 - £60,145.00 Annually (FTE) L4 - L7

Lead Practitioner and KS4 Leader - Science job summary

Lead Practitioner and KS4 Leader - Science

Leadership Points 4-7

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic, motivated and able Lead Practitioner and KS4 Leader to join our Science department on a permanent basis. We are looking for an excellent practitioner to work collaboratively across the academy and within the Science Department to develop colleagues in delivering outstanding lessons.

The successful candidate will work alongside the Trust Director of Science, Subject Leader and 2nd in Science to support the development of the Science curriculum to raise academic achievement and ensure all pupils make outstanding progress.

A tour of the school for prospective candidates will take place at 4pm on Wednesday 29th April. Please confirm your attendance via email to recruitment@croftonacademy.org.uk.

The successful candidate will be:

Able to inspire pupils of all abilities within Science to achieve their highest potential across Key Stage 4.

An outstanding Lead Practitioner to inspire, guide and advise on best practice in the Academy. To work in a teaching and learning team and in conjunction with the Deputy Headteacher to support whole school improvement.

A Lead Teacher of Science who can promote and enhance the quality of Science teaching and learning across all key stages.

An excellent practitioner to work collaboratively to achieve ‘outstanding’ teaching and learning across the whole school.

You will be:

An outstanding practitioner.

Inspirational, dedicated and motivated.

Passionate about Science and the education of young people.

Committed to Crofton Academy values.

Creative, enthusiastic and engaging and able to challenge pupils.

Committed to achieving the best for every pupil and dedicated to be the best you can be.

Supportive of the Academy’s ethos and values at all times both within the Academy and the wider community.

Committed to inspiring pupils and staff in the development of teaching initiatives and strategies, promoting Science as a subject.

Able to provide an active contribution to the wider part of Academy life.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. You will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure.

For any enquiries, please contact Kim Hinchcliffe at recruitment@croftonacademy.org.uk. The closing date for fully completed applications is 10am on Wednesday 6th May 2026. All applications forms should be submitted through the MyNewTerm Portal.

Crofton Academy, a member of Castleford Trust, is an 11-16 mixed comprehensive of over 1,000 pupils offering a broad and balanced curriculum. Our expectations are high and this is reflected in our very successful academic record. We value and develop our staff by attracting and retaining high quality staff, supporting them to achieve their best and create opportunities for professional growth and development. The team are incredibly proud of the Academy’s achievements and we welcome you to visit our school for a tour to see us in action.

Castleford Trust is a dynamic and inclusive Multi Academy Trust, consisting of nine schools across all phases: three secondary academies, two primary academies, two junior academies and two infant academies. All of the academies are located within the geographical area of Wakefield, forming a medium-sized trust with a strong community feel.

At Castleford Trust, our vision is “Working together to achieve excellence for all.” We are deeply committed to educational excellence, ensuring every child reaches their full potential. Our Trust is an exceptional place to work, offering a supportive and dedicated team of staff who share a common goal of making a difference to the life chances of pupils. We take great pride in developing and nurturing talent by providing extensive opportunities for staff training and professional development. Whether you’re an experienced educator or just starting your journey in education, Castleford Trust is a place where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

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 Crofton Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1059 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Crofton Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/crofton-academy

Crofton Academy, part of Castleford Academy Trust, is an 11-16 mixed comprehensive of over 1,000 pupils offering a broad and balanced curriculum. Our expectations are high and this is reflected in our very successful academic record. The Academy was inspected in July 2023 and was awarded ‘Good’ in all categories and inspectors praised the Academy for its significant transformation. The inspection commended the Academy’s improvements in pupil behaviour, the wide range of clubs and societies available, its well-structured approaches to teaching, and the high-quality professional development that staff receive.

We value and develop our staff by attracting and retaining high quality teachers, supporting them to achieve their best and create opportunities for professional growth and development. The leadership and staff are incredibly proud of the Academy’s achievements and we welcome candidates to visit our school for a tour to see us in action.

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