Head of Science

Leadership Scale - L6 - L10

April/September 2025

We wish to appoint a dedicated and inspirational Head of Science to play a key role in the next phase of our development from a Good to Outstanding School.

Haggerston School was judged ‘good’ by OFSTED in December 2022.  The OFSTED report noted: “Staff feel well supported and have access to a wide range of professional development opportunities.”

We are looking for someone who:

• is passionate about Science with the ability to inspire students
• can demonstrate excellent teaching and classroom management skills
• has the ability to build good relationships with all students and adults
• has a commitment to developing the curriculum within the department and working across the trust
• can promote and maintain the highest standards in all aspects of the work in the school

We can offer you:

• children and young people who are eager to learn and progress
• staff who are collegiate, committed to their own professional development and to improving outcomes for the students here
• an excellent physical environment, recently refurbished
• a school committed to your professional development 
• work in a team where your skills, enthusiasm and hard work will be appreciated

If you are passionate about providing young people with a safe, supportive environment in which to ensure their success, we want to hear from you.

 Application forms can also be returned to HR via email.

 Application closing date: 9am on Friday 13th December 2024

Interview and Assessment Date: We will review applications on an on-going basis and recruitment may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. 

We are a diverse community committed to equality, and welcome applications from candidates from black and ethnic minority backgrounds.

 Haggerston School is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Our commitment is underpinned by robust processes and procedures that seek to minimise risk and continuously promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce.  All posts within the school are subject to an enhanced DBS check. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age.