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Curriculum Leader of Science – Secondary School - Barnet – September 2025 Start
Salary: Outer London MPS/UPS + TLR 1C (£13,874)Â
Contract: PermanentÂ
School Type: Secondary School (11–18)
Start Date: September 2025
Location: Barnet, North London
An exciting leadership opportunity is available for an experienced and driven Science teacher to take the next step as Curriculum Leader of Science. Join a school in Barnet with a culture of academic success and a strong commitment to professional development.
The Role:
•   Leading the strategic direction of the Science department
•   Coaching and mentoring colleagues across all key stages
•   Driving academic progress and raising attainment
Key Responsibilities
•   Develop Science curricula meeting national standards and school objectives
•   Lead departmental CPD through coaching, observations, and INSET
•   Monitor teaching quality via book scrutiny and lesson walkthroughs
•   Analyse performance data to implement targeted interventions
•   Manage health & safety protocols including risk assessments
The School Require:
•   an enthusiastic and passionate Science teacher able to teach across the key stages
•   a candidate who can provide high quality leadership across a team, working collaboratively in delivering an outstanding curriculum for our pupils
•   a clear vision of how the department can develop further
•   a commitment to high quality, creative teaching and learning, supported by excellent planning and assessment
•   a collegiate approach and a commitment to working as a member of a team
•   a commitment to the development of the whole person
Qualifications
•   Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)Â
•   Degree in Science (specialism in Biology/Chemistry/Physics preferred)Â
•   Leadership qualification (e.g., NPQML/NPQSL) or willingness to obtain
Experience
•   Proven success teaching Science at KS3-KS5
•   Leadership experience in curriculum development/team management
•   Data-driven practice: Tracking student progress through assessment analysis
•   Coaching/mentoring staff to improve teaching standards
Subject Leadership Skills
•   Strategic vision for Science education aligned with school priorities
•   Curriculum design expertise: Sequencing knowledge from KS2-KS5
•   Assessment leadership: Implementing formative strategies and exam board requirements
•   Resource management: Budget oversight and safety compliance
Essential Competencies
•   Inspirational leadership fostering high expectations
•   Collaborative approach working with SLT/governors
•   Inclusion focus addressing diverse learner needs
•   Technological proficiency with STEM teaching tools
Desirable Attributes
•   Multi-academy trust experience or cross-school collaboration
•   External partnerships with STEM organisations
•   Postgraduate qualifications in Science education
•   SEND experience in adaptive teaching strategies
We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. As a Curriculum Leader of Science, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Curriculum Leader of Science candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This Curriculum Leader of Science post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Apply for this Curriculum Leader of Science opportunity by sending your CV to Sally at Clarus Education.
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Curriculum Leader of Science – Secondary School - Barnet – September 2025 Start
