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Science Lead Practitioner Opportunity – Progressive Secondary Academy in Bristol


Job Location:

Bristol - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 19 October 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 16 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

A progressive high-performing secondary academy in Bristol is seeking an ambitious Lead Practitioner of Science to drive practical inquiry required practical compliance and A-Level STEM outcomes on a full-time permanent basis starting in January.

Job Overview

This role combines expert classroom delivery across Biology Chemistry or Physics with strategic leadership in faculty pedagogy. The successful candidate will model evidence-based teaching strategies mentor early-career teachers lead whole-department moderation and ensure CLEAPSS safety excellence across all laboratories.

Working alongside senior leadership and the Head of Science you will refine curriculum sequencing elevate quantitative problem-solving frameworks and coach non-specialists delivering key stage modules. This is a full-time permanent contract.

Key Responsibilities

  • Model exemplary practical and theoretical Science teaching across Key Stage 3 Key Stage 4 (GCSE Combined & Separate Science) and Key Stage 5 (A-Level)

  • Lead whole-department coaching peer lesson observations and professional development workshops on STEM pedagogy

  • Audit and refine science schemes of work ensuring seamless progression in required practicals and quantitative skills

  • Oversee CLEAPSS health and safety compliance and practical equipment usage across all laboratories and prep rooms

  • Analyze student performance metrics across mock exams to implement targeted academic interventions

  • Coordinate university STEM outreach scientific competitions and Oxbridge/Medicine application preparation

Role Overview & Specifications

  • Start Date: January

  • Contract Type: Full-time permanent contract

  • Location: Bristol South West

  • Salary / Pay Rate: Lead Practitioner Scale (LP1LP5 equivalent)

  • Key Curriculum: AQA / Edexcel Science

Candidate Requirements

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with an honors degree in Biology Chemistry Physics or a related field

  • Proven track record of consistently outstanding classroom teaching and top-tier GCSE and A-Level outcomes

  • Experience in peer coaching staff development CLEAPSS safety management or subject leadership

  • Deep practical laboratory expertise and strong quantitative explanation skills

  • An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

How to Apply: Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this Lead Practitioner position in Bristol for a January start.


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