Lead Practitioner - Science

Leigh Academy Ebbsfleet, Swanscombe, Kent, DA10 0BZ

16 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  9 February 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  23 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Head of year or phase
  • Head of department or curriculum
  • Other leadership roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Science
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Leadership scale based on experience

What skills and experience we're looking for

Ready to make a real impact in Science? At Leigh Academy Ebbsfleet, we’re seeking a passionate Lead Practitioner - Science to elevate our Science department and inspire the next generation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality Science lessons that engage and challenge students across various key stages and subjects.
• Lead curriculum development and share best practices to improve teaching across the Science department.
• Use data and innovative approaches to improve student outcomes in Science.
• Provide leadership and support to colleagues, helping them to grow in their teaching practice.
• Work with the senior leadership team to lead on aspects of whole school improvement with the Teaching & Learning Team.

What We’re Looking For:

• A qualified teacher with expertise in one or more Science specialism.
• A strong track record of improving teaching and learning.
• A collaborative leader with excellent communication and organisational skills.

Join a supportive, forward-thinking team where you’ll have the opportunity to influence the future of Science teaching. As part of the Leigh Academies Trust, you’ll benefit from excellent professional development opportunities and a clear path for career progression.

This is a permanent opportunity which offers a salary on the leadership scale, and we would like our successful candidate to join us from September 2026.

What the school offers its staff

At Leigh Academy Ebbsfleet, we're more than just a "good" school - we're a dynamic community dedicated to getting the best out of every student. Serving a diverse student body from ages 11-18, our vision is built on three core values:Be Ready, Work Hard, Be Nice.

We provide a stimulating learning environment with a curriculum that offers a rich blend of academic and vocational qualifications. Our modern facilities include outstanding sports amenities and well-equipped classrooms and labs, all supported by excellent ICT resources.

Our ambition is to ensure every student reaches their full potential, leaving us as a courteous, confident, and capable young person, fully prepared for university or their chosen career. We achieve this through a varied program of extracurricular activities, student leadership opportunities, and targeted support for students of all abilities.

As a proud member of the Leigh Academies Trust, we benefit from a network of highly successful leaders and a commitment to investing in our staff. We are also on track for and 'Outstanding' Ofsted result.

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.

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About Leigh Academy Ebbsfleet

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 826 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Leigh Academy Ebbsfleet website
• Email address: joinus@latrust.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-ebbsfleet-academy

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