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Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR (depending on experience)

A well-established and forward-looking school in Cheltenham is looking to appoint an experienced and visionary Head of Science to lead a large, high-performing department. This is an exciting opportunity to shape curriculum development, build departmental capacity, and drive student progress in one of the school’s core areas.

About the School
The school has a reputation for strong outcomes, inclusive values, and a broad curriculum. It is fully committed to staff development, work-life balance, and leadership progression, making it an excellent place for ambitious professionals.

The Science Department
Comprising 12 teachers and three lab technicians, the Science department is a well-organised and cohesive team delivering separate sciences at GCSE and a strong A-Level offering in all three disciplines. Labs are well resourced, and the department benefits from external STEM links and outreach programmes.

Your Role

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Lead the strategic direction of the department across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics

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Oversee curriculum planning, delivery, and assessment for KS3–KS5

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Monitor and track student performance, using data to inform interventions

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Manage staff development, mentoring, and departmental CPD

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Ensure a positive, ambitious learning culture where all pupils can thrive

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Liaise with SLT, governors, and external partners to promote STEM excellence

Ideal Candidate

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Experienced teacher with proven success in raising science outcomes

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Strong leadership, organisational, and interpersonal skills

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Skilled in curriculum design and building team capacity

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Passionate about science education and inclusive learning

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Experience mentoring colleagues and managing departmental change

Why Apply?

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Step into a pivotal leadership role with whole-school impact

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Lead a talented, supportive team with strong student engagement

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Contribute to a school that values innovation, wellbeing, and professional growth

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Work in a vibrant town with excellent links to Bristol, Birmingham, and the Cotswolds