Deputy Head Of Science - Randstad Education : Job Details

Join a High-Performing, Inclusive Academy Where Science is Thriving

Randstad is proud to be working with a forward-thinking secondary school in Enfield to recruit a Deputy Head of Faculty Science. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a leadership role in a school where Science is a flagship subject, achieving a 100% pass rate in Triple Science and making significant progress year on year.

This school, located just 8 minutes from Enfield Lock station, is an inclusive 11-18 academy with state-of-the-art facilities and a supportive, ambitious team. Students regularly progress to top universities, including those in the Russell Group, and the school has a strong track record of academic improvement and personal development.

About the Role

As Deputy Head of Faculty Science, you'll support the strategic leadership of a passionate and expert team. You'll play a key role in driving achievement, developing curriculum planning, and mentoring staff to deliver consistently high standards of teaching and learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Head of Faculty in leading the Science department across all key stages

• Drive academic outcomes and help set high expectations for students and staff

• Contribute to the design and delivery of an engaging, knowledge-rich science curriculum

• Line manage and mentor teaching staff, supporting their ongoing development

• Use data effectively to identify gaps and implement strategies for improvement

• Champion subject-specific pedagogy and contribute to whole-school CPD

• Lead on curriculum innovation, assessment practices, and interventions

What We're Looking For

We're seeking an experienced and ambitious science teacher ready to take the next step into leadership or an existing middle leader seeking new challenges.

Essential:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Strong subject knowledge in at least one science discipline (Biology, Chemistry or Physics)

• Proven experience of raising student achievement in science

• Excellent communication, leadership, and team-building skills

• A passion for inclusive education and supporting young people to achieve their potential

Why Join This School?

This academy offers far more than just a job; it's a place where staff thrive, grow, and make a genuine difference.

Benefits Include:

• Outstanding CPD opportunities, including leadership programmes with UCL Institute of Education

• Streamlined workload: pre-prepared teaching resources and whole-class feedback systems

• Free use of two on-site gyms (boxing and fitness)

• Staff well-being initiatives, including access to mental health support

• Strong community and team spirit, with regular staff sports and socials

• Opportunities to earn additional income through lunchtime duties

• Calm and trauma-informed behaviour policy promoting strong student-teacher relationships

• On-site parking and great public transport access (8-minute walk from station)

How To Apply

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