Head of Science – Independent School – Lancashire

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an inspiring and ambitious Head of Science to lead a successful Science department at a highly regarded independent school in Lancashire. This is a rare leadership role for an outstanding science specialist who combines excellent classroom practice with the vision and drive to shape curriculum coach colleagues and build a thriving culture of scientific curiosity and excellence across the school.

The school offers a calm purposeful learning environment with excellent behaviour strong pastoral care and a culture that values academic excellence and enrichment. With smaller class sizes strong resources and highly motivated pupils this is an outstanding opportunity to lead Science in a setting where teachers can teach with depth and pupils genuinely enjoy learning.

About the Role

As Head of Science you will provide strategic and day-to-day leadership for the department ensuring consistently high standards of teaching and strong outcomes across KS3KS5. You will:

• Lead curriculum design and sequencing across KS3 GCSE and A-Level (Biology Chemistry and Physics)

• Drive high expectations in scientific knowledge practical competence and exam literacy

• Coach and support colleagues through shared planning modelling and professional dialogue

• Use assessment intelligently to identify priorities secure progress and stretch high attainers

• Develop enrichment opportunities such as STEM clubs competitions visiting speakers and trips

• Contribute to whole-school academic strategy where appropriate

You will also teach your specialist science across the school modelling excellent practice and maintaining a strong classroom presence.

The Science Department

Science is a core strength within the school and plays a central role in academic success. The team is collaborative and ambitious with shared planning and consistent approaches that support high standards across year groups.

The department values:

• Clear explanation and strong modelling in both theory and exam technique

• Practical work that strengthens understanding and builds confidence

• High expectations for accuracy scientific vocabulary and presentation

• Strong intervention and extension pathways including stretch for the most able

• Enrichment such as competitions STEM projects and wider reading (where available)

The new Head of Science will have the opportunity to build on existing strengths refine curriculum plans and further develop practical and enrichment provision.

About the School

This Lancashire independent school is known for excellent academic standards and a supportive pastoral culture. Pupils are respectful motivated and engaged and staff benefit from a professional environment where expertise is valued.

The school places strong emphasis on:

• Calm purposeful classrooms and excellent behaviour

• Individualised support through smaller teaching groups

• A broad co-curricular programme that enriches pupil experience

• Strong relationships high expectations and a culture of aspiration and achievement

This is an environment that suits leaders who enjoy scholarship want to develop colleagues and are excited by the opportunity to lead a high-performing team.

Key Information

• Location: Lancashire

• Start Date: ASAP / next term (or by agreement)

• Contract: Full-time permanent

• Salary: Highly competitive dependent on experience

What the School is Looking For

The successful candidate will:

• Hold a degree in a Science discipline (or closely related subject)

• Hold QTS (or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification)

• Demonstrate successful experience teaching Science across KS3KS5

• Have leadership experience (Head of Department Second in Department KS Lead or ready to step up)

• Show strong curriculum knowledge and the ability to drive improvement through planning and assessment

• Be an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations and strong behaviour management

• Contribute positively to wider school life including enrichment and STEM culture

Applications are welcomed from established Heads of Science and ambitious second-in-department candidates ready to step into full leadership in a supportive independent setting.

Why Join This School

• Lead a high-profile department in a calm high-achieving environment

• Teach motivated pupils in smaller classes with excellent resources

• Strong culture of scholarship enrichment and co-curricular life

• Supportive leadership and a professional staff culture

• Opportunity to shape curriculum and make a lasting impact

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Science leader who wants to drive excellence inspire scientific curiosity and lead a thriving department in a highly regarded Lancashire independent school.