Head Of Department - Science

OverviewLocation Marsden Heights Community CollegeSalary United Learning Competitive Rate of PayBasis Full TimeJob profile for ((name))Job detailsRegion NelsonJob category / type ScienceDate posted 12 / 09 / 2025Job reference REQ003846Attachments Head of Department Science Recruitment Pack Sept 25.pdfJob descriptionHead of Department - ScienceAs Head of Science, you will lead the Science Department.

Your key responsibilities will include overseeing the curriculum and working closely with senior leadership to drive academic excellence.The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of outstanding teaching and departmental leadership combined with a commitment to developing both students and staff.The successful candidate must : Have proven leadership experience within a science departmentPossess excellent subject knowledge and a sound understanding of curriculum development and assessment strategiesCan motivate, inspire, and manage a team effectivelyBe committed to achieving excellent results for the pupilsHave strong communication and organisational skillsClosing Date : 2nd October 2025Head of Department - Science Apply onlineWe are an 11-16 United Learning Academy with a roll of 1050 and in every year group we have waiting lists for places.

We believe that it is our job to ensure that education here at Marsden Heights provides our pupils with a silver spoon that life does not give to so many of our pupils.

We also believe that our pupils are happy, safe, and well and to this end, we make no apologies for our unwavering commitment to all aspects of safeguarding.

We recognise that the Marsden Heights staff team are our biggest asset.

We work hard to provide high-quality training both whole school and within subject specialisms, and we have a strong commitment to reducing workload to support our staff for their greater wellbeing.

Marsden Heights Community College is part of United Learning, a large, and growing, group of schools aiming to offer a life-changing education to children and young people across England.

United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check.

We always appoint on merit, and we are open to discussing flexible working options.

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