Job Description

Deputy Head of Faculty – Science – Secondary School in North East London

Full time. Permanent. January 2026 start. MPS/UPS (Outer London) plus TLR 2c (£8,279)

An inclusive and ambitious secondary school in North East London is seeking to appoint a committed and knowledgeable science teacher to take on the role of Deputy Head of Faculty – Science. This full time, permanent leadership post begins in January 2026 and offers the chance to make a meaningful impact within a forward-thinking department.

You will work alongside a strong Head of Faculty and senior leaders to support the continued growth of a thriving science department. The team includes subject specialists across biology, chemistry and physics, and is committed to collaboration, consistency and academic ambition. Results are on an upward trajectory and the department is aiming for its strongest outcomes to date.

Why consider this Deputy Head of Science role

• Join a subject-specialist-led department focused on delivering excellence in science education

• Collaborative staff team with dedicated technicians and CPD pathways in place

• Teaching resources and schemes of work are pre-prepared and adapted together

• Behaviour systems support focused, disruption-free science teaching

• A growing post-16 science offer and opportunities to influence curriculum design

What the school offers

• Weekly subject-specific CPD and leadership development for aspiring senior leaders

• A coaching-led culture with 1:1 peer support and instructional coaching

• A calm, relational approach to behaviour rooted in student wellbeing and inclusion

• Reduced marking expectations and shared planning resources to support workload

• Access to on-site staff wellbeing facilities including gym spaces and mental health support

• Opportunities to earn additional income through lunch duty supervision

Key details for this Deputy Head of Faculty – Science opportunity

• Permanent, full time leadership role starting January 2026

• MPS/UPS Outer London salary plus TLR 2c (£8,279)

• Lead alongside an experienced Head of Faculty and senior leadership team

• Science department includes experts in all three disciplines and dedicated technician support

• Suitable for experienced science teachers ready for faculty leadership

We are looking for

• A science teacher with proven impact in the classroom and a vision for subject improvement

• A leader who values clarity, consistency and curriculum depth

• A team player who builds trust and brings positive energy to a growing department

Apply now to learn more about this Deputy Head of Faculty – Science position in North East London, starting January 2026.