Head of Science

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 20 April 2026
LOCATION
High Wycombe
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Education
This role is not offered with visa sponsorship, though the employer is a licensed UK sponsor

SKILLS

Teaching Science Leadership Curriculum Development GCSE A-levels

FULL DESCRIPTION

Head of Science

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk], High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP15 6SP

Deadline is tomorrow

  • Start date details: Week commencing 27th April
  • Closing date: 21 April 2026 at 12:59am
  • Date listed: 13 March 2026

Job details

Job role: - Teacher

Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored

Subject: Science

Working pattern: Full time

Contract type: Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary: MPS + TLR2B + Fringe Allowance

Additional allowances: MPS + TLR2B + Fringe Allowance

Head of Science job summary

We are delighted to be able to offer the position of Head of Science at HGSS, where we offer double and triple GCSEs, as well as A-levels in all 3 sciences, and vocational qualifications for Post 16. We seek an excellent teacher and middle leader, with excellent professional standards, confident with a wide range of teaching and learning styles and with high expectations of achievement and behaviour.

[Employer hidden] has 9 well equipped labs, an 11 strong team supported by 3 experienced science technicians, and you will find our resources and professional support to be of an excellent standard.

We offer you:

  • Supportive Culture: We value collaboration, professional growth, and wellbeing. Our staff benefit from strong coaching and a positive, inclusive atmosphere.
  • Professional Development: We invest in your future with tailored CPD opportunities, leadership pathways, and access to the latest teaching strategies.
  • Innovative Approach: Our curriculum is dynamic and designed to inspire curiosity and achievement. We encourage creativity and innovation in the classroom.
  • Community Spirit: [Employer hidden] is more than a workplace: it’s a community. We work closely with families and celebrate the success of every student.
  • Excellent Facilities: Modern classrooms, specialist resources, and a commitment to technology-enhanced learning.

If you are committed to making a difference and want to join a school that values hard work, kindness, and passion for education, we would love to hear from you.

To arrange a visit to the school or for an informal conversation, please call or email via the Head’s PA, Ms Ali McKee on [contact hidden] / [contact hidden]

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

[Employer hidden] is committed to the welfare and safeguarding of all its students and therefore all appointments are made subject to satisfactory Enhanced DBS, qualification and pre-employment checks

We will carry out an online search (including social media) as part of our due diligence on the shortlisted candidates. This may help identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the school might want to explore with the applicant at interview. Shortlisted candidates will also be asked to complete a safer recruitment self-declaration form before interview

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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