Head of Science (HoD)

Location: Enfield
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: £220 - £320 per day (based on experience and qualifications)

Are you an experienced and ambitious science educator ready to lead a department and drive academic excellence across the sciences? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Science to join a vibrant and inclusive secondary school in Enfield. This is a pivotal leadership role for a skilled and strategic practitioner who can champion STEM learning and inspire both staff and students.

This Enfield-based school is committed to nurturing leadership at all levels and provides an energetic, forward-thinking environment where innovation is encouraged and excellence is celebrated. The science department is well-resourced, and the school has a strong record of academic achievement and inclusion.

As Head of Science, your focus will be on high standards, innovative teaching, and outstanding leadership. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Curriculum Leadership: Design and oversee a dynamic science curriculum that engages learners across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, supporting progression from KS3 through to KS5.

• Team Development: Lead and manage a team of science specialists, supporting their continuous development and fostering a collaborative teaching environment.

• Data-Driven Progress: Monitor student performance rigorously using assessment data, identifying areas for improvement and implementing intervention strategies to raise attainment.

• Strategic Planning: Contribute to the school’s leadership team with strategic input and development planning aligned with whole-school goals.

• Classroom Excellence: Lead by example in the classroom, delivering consistently high-quality science lessons that ignite curiosity and deepen understanding.

• Quality Assurance: Ensure consistency in teaching standards, marking, and moderation across the department.

• A qualified teacher with a strong academic background in science and relevant teaching qualifications (QTS required).

• Demonstrated leadership experience within a science faculty or similar role.

• A passion for science education and an ability to communicate its relevance in today’s world.

• Skilled in managing people, performance, and progress in a fast-paced environment.

• Confident in using data and assessment systems to drive outcomes.

• Committed to professional growth and upholding high expectations for staff and students alike.

Please be advised: This role requires a thorough understanding of safeguarding and child protection. All successful applicants will undergo enhanced DBS checks registered on the update service or must be willing to obtain one.

If you're ready to take the next step in your teaching career and lead a department to new heights, we encourage you to apply and become part of a dedicated and driven leadership team. Please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.