Pink Tile Education is supporting a well-established secondary school in the Brighton area in their search for an ambitious and dedicated Assistant Head of Science to join their team in September.
This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Science specialist who is either looking to take their first step into middle leadership or is already an experienced leader seeking a fresh challenge. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the continued development of the Science department, helping to drive high standards of teaching, learning, achievement, and student engagement across the faculty.
Role Responsibilities:
- Support the strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the Science department.
- Lead by example through the delivery of high-quality Science lessons across KS3–KS5.
- Work alongside the Head of Science to raise attainment and progress across all key stages.
- Support curriculum development, ensuring schemes of work remain engaging, ambitious, and aligned with national expectations.
- Monitor student progress and implement intervention strategies where required.
- Contribute to departmental self-evaluation and improvement planning.
- Support and mentor colleagues, including ECTs and trainee teachers.
- Promote high standards of teaching, learning, behaviour, and achievement throughout the department.
- Analyse performance data to inform planning and departmental priorities.
- Lead on designated areas of responsibility within the Science faculty.
- Work collaboratively with senior leaders and wider school staff to contribute to whole-school improvement initiatives.
- Uphold safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times.
Ideal Candidate:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
- A passionate and effective Science teacher with experience teaching across KS3–KS5.
- Ready to take the next step into middle leadership, or an existing departmental leader seeking a new challenge.
- Strong subject knowledge and a commitment to delivering high-quality Science education.
- A desire to contribute to curriculum development and departmental improvement.
- Ability to inspire, motivate, and support students to achieve their full potential.
- Strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to collaboration, professional development, and continuous improvement.
- Ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues, students, and families.
- Must hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one.
What the School Offers:
- A supportive and collaborative leadership team.
- Well-equipped Science facilities and resources.
- Excellent professional development and leadership opportunities.
- A strong focus on staff wellbeing and career progression.
- A positive and inclusive school culture with high aspirations for all students.
- Opportunities to make a significant impact on teaching, learning, and departmental development.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Assistant Head of Science
- Location: Brighton
- Working Pattern: Full Time
- Contract: Permanent
- Salary: Competitive Salary (Dependent on Experience)
- Key Stages: KS3 – KS5
- Start Date: September Start
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying and joining our team, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking school community.
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Pink Tile Education, our partner school, and candidates all share the expectation of “Best Fit, Every Time”—ensuring every placement has a positive and lasting impact.
We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to relevant background checks, including an enhanced DBS.
