Head of Science

Are you an experienced Science teacher ready to take the next step in your leadership journey?

Do you want to lead a thriving department within a prestigious Independent School where academic excellence, innovation, and holistic education are at the heart of everything?

If so, we would love to hear from you.

Position: Head of ScienceLocation: Leatherhead, SurreyStart Date: September 2026 or January 2027Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

We are seeking an ambitious and dynamic Head of Science to lead a successful and well-established department within a leading Independent School. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the strategic direction of Science across Key Stages 3 to 5, working alongside a highly collaborative team in exceptional facilities.

The successful candidate will be responsible for driving academic excellence, fostering intellectual curiosity, and ensuring that pupils are inspired to achieve their full potential. The school is renowned for its outstanding pastoral care, broad co-curricular provision, and commitment to developing confident, well-rounded young people.

A strong classroom practitioner with a passion for Science and a track record of delivering excellent outcomes across one or more disciplines.

Someone who can motivate colleagues, raise standards, and drive innovation across the curriculum.

A teacher who is committed to providing a first-class education and who values the importance of developing the whole child.

Confident in using data and educational research to inform planning and lead departmental development.

QTS or an equivalent teaching qualification is essential, and previous middle leadership experience is highly desirable.

Join one of the region's leading Independent Schools, recognised for its academic excellence and outstanding pastoral care.

Work within a collaborative and forward-thinking senior leadership team committed to professional growth and wellbeing.

Benefit from superb Science laboratories, excellent resources, and access to a wide range of professional development opportunities.

A fantastic opportunity to shape the future of Science education and further your leadership career within an ambitious and innovative school.

If you are ready to lead and inspire the next generation of scientists, this is an exceptional opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Apply now or contact Louis Denison-Foster at Academics for more information.