Second in Science
Bexleyheath Academy, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7DA11 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2025
Closing date
11 June 2025 at 1:35pm
Date listed
28 May 2025
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Skilled Worker visas can be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £36413 - £48532 per annum
Second in Science job summary
Salary: MPR + TLR2b + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
Hours: Full Time
Contract type: Permanent
Start date: September 2025
Are you a passionate and dedicated Science teacher looking to take the next step in your career?
Our vibrant school is seeking a dynamic individual to join our Science department as a Second in Department. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of our students' scientific journeys.
As the Second in Department for Science, you will work closely with the Head of Department to lead and manage the Science curriculum.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Supporting the planning, delivery, and assessment of Science lessons.
* Providing guidance and support to colleagues within the Science department.
* Monitoring student progress and implementing strategies to ensure academic success.
* Contributing to the development of innovative teaching resources and approaches.
* Collaborating with other departments to promote cross-curricular learning opportunities.
What we are looking for:
* Must have QTS.
* An innovative Science teacher with excellent subject knowledge across at least one specialism (Biology, Chemistry, or Physics).
* A strong classroom practitioner who consistently delivers high-quality teaching and inspires students of all abilities.
* A proven track record of securing strong student outcomes at KS3 and KS4.
* Experience or readiness to support the strategic leadership of the department, working closely with the Head of Science to drive curriculum development, assessment, and teaching & learning initiative
* Someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and can support and develop colleagues to ensure consistency and excellence.
* A commitment to raising aspirations and ensuring every student achieves their full potential.
About Bexleyheath Academy
Bexleyheath Academy is proud to be a non-selective school in the grammar heartland of Kent. Bexleyheath Academy is quickly approaching capacity with students; in order to accommodate the demands of the local community and grow our skilled staff, we must expand.
Who is Lift Schools?
We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.
We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.
We offer you:
* Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
* Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.
* Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
* Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.
The role is due to commence September 2025. This is a full time, permanent position.
Closing date: 6 June 2025
Interview date: W/b 9 June 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
Commitment to safeguarding
Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs are not accepted.
About Bexleyheath Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1394 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Bexleyheath Academy website
Bexleyheath Academy is a non-selective comprehensive situated in the heartland of Kent grammar schools. We have been on an incredible journey of improvement, from previously being in special measures to our current status as a good school and we have a fantastic team of friendly, happy staff in place who have worked hard to realise that transformation; students who are proud to be learning at the school and parents who firmly support the team here.
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