Head of Science – Outstanding School in Weymouth – April Start!

A high-achieving and Ofsted Outstanding secondary school in Weymouth is seeking an exceptional Head of Science to lead its successful and well-established Science department from April. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and ambitious Head of Science to take on a key leadership role within a school known for its academic excellence and strong staff culture.

The successful Head of Science will lead the delivery of a broad and engaging Science curriculum across KS3KS5 driving high standards of teaching learning and student outcomes.

Head of Science required April start
Ofsted Outstanding secondary school in Weymouth
Leadership of a large successful Science department
Excellent laboratories and strong academic outcomes

The Role

The school is looking for an inspirational Head of Science who can provide strong leadership and strategic direction for the department while maintaining a clear focus on high-quality teaching and learning.

Key responsibilities of the Head of Science include:

• Leading and developing the Science department across KS3KS5

• Managing and supporting a team of Science teachers across Biology Chemistry and Physics

• Driving curriculum development innovation and outstanding classroom practice

• Monitoring student progress and implementing strategies to raise attainment

• Overseeing departmental planning resources and assessment

• Contributing to whole-school leadership and strategic initiatives

The School

This Outstanding school in Weymouth has an excellent reputation for academic achievement strong behaviour and a supportive learning environment. The Science department is a key strength of the school consistently achieving strong results at both GCSE and A-Level.

The school offers modern laboratories excellent resources and a collaborative staff culture with a leadership team that is committed to staff development and progression.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful Head of Science will:

• Hold QTS or an equivalent teaching qualification

• Have significant experience teaching Science across secondary school age groups

• Demonstrate leadership experience or the readiness to step into a leadership role

• Have a strong track record of raising attainment and improving outcomes

• Be passionate about developing both staff and students within the department

This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented Head of Science to join an Outstanding secondary school in Weymouth and lead a high-performing department into its next phase of success.

Apply now to be considered for this Head of Science position starting in April.