Second in Department: Science

Bishop Milner Catholic College, Dudley, West Midlands, DY1 3BY

35 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  April 2026 (Post Easter)

• Closing date

  21 January 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  17 December 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Science
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 Annually (Actual) TLR 2B - £5868 & Potential Golden Hello Payment of up to £10, 000 (to be discussed at interview)

Second in Department: Science job summary

As Second-in-Department: Science, you will play a key leadership role in supporting the Head of Department to deliver high-quality teaching and learning across the science department. You will contribute to shaping curriculum design, driving standards of achievement, and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence in science education.

Key responsibilities include:

Assisting in the strategic planning and day-to-day management of the department.

Supporting colleagues with lesson planning, assessment strategies, and professional development.

Leading on specific areas of the science curriculum or initiatives, as delegated by the Head of Department.

Monitoring student progress and outcomes, ensuring high expectations are maintained for all learners.

Promoting enrichment opportunities and inspiring students to engage with science beyond the classroom.

Acting as a role model for effective teaching practice and contributing to a collaborative, supportive team environment.

This role offers the opportunity to influence the direction of science education within the school, while developing your own leadership skills and preparing for future progression into senior positions.

Visit to the College are warmly welcomed and can be arranged through the College reception.

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

St John Bosco Catholic Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an online check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior or at interview.

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 Bishop Milner Catholic College

• School type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 837 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Bishop Milner Catholic College website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/bishop-milner-catholic-college

Bishop Milner Catholic College is a high achieving college where; results are consistently above the national average, with strong leadership and is committed to the success of all students. We are a heavily over-subscribed 11-18 mixed Catholic Comprehensive College with excellent students and supportive parents

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