Head of Science
Tes Schools Recruitment
Hammersmith and Fulham
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive salary, plus benefits
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- As soon as possible
- Apply by:
- 8 May 2025
Job overview
Tes is supporting the appointment of a Head of Science to join a Prep School based in Hammersmith and Fulham.
The role
This is an opportunity for an experienced and dynamic educator with a clear vision, strong leadership skills, and a deep enthusiasm for Science to lead a vibrant and thriving department and shape the future of STEM at a leading independent prep school.
In this key leadership position, you will oversee the day-to-day running of the Science department, including managing the department's physical space, financial budgets and professional development of your colleagues.
You will bring a clear, strategic vision for the development of Science and will take the lead in realising and implementing your vision, ensuring excellent teaching and learning is consistently delivered across the department. In addition to your departmental responsibilities, you will also teach Science across the KS2 age and ability range, ensuring the best possible academic outcomes for your students.
The role would suit someone who is a current or recent Head of Science. You will require a proven track record in the classroom and demonstrable experience in a Head of Department role.
Why this School?
Based in Fulham, they are justifiably proud of their reputation and are pleased to have been recognised by a range of high-profile awards.
Staff are inspired and supported in a highly professional environment led by a friendly leadership team.
They can offer a variety of benefits, such as:
- Competitive salaries and pay progression
- Access to extensive professional development opportunities
- Training grants for qualifications
- Generous pension schemes
- Free life assurance benefit
- A discount of up to 50% on fees for children
- Free lunches for all staff during term time
- Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans
- A Cycle to Work scheme
- Good transport links
- Competitive terms and conditions of employment.
All applicants need to have the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for the role.
By applying to this job advertisement, you are providing consent for the Tes Recruitment team to propose and discuss your application with the employer.
Tes Recruitment Services (UK) represent Schools and Academies across the globe, supporting them to secure a great teacher/leader for every role.
To learn more about this role please email managedrecruit@tes.com for an information pack that includes school name, role specifics and context.
Please include REF: MH2205591 in the email subject line. Please note that we are unable to accept CVs sent to us via email so please use the stated application route.
About Tes Schools Recruitment
- Tes Schools Recruitment
- 70 Grays Inn Road, Holborn
- London
- WC1X 8NH
- United Kingdom
At Tes, we’re committed to supporting schools to find top-quality candidates and supporting teachers find their next job opportunity.
Tes is the market leader in search and selection for schools across the globe. At Tes, we’re committed to supporting and helping teachers at every stage of their career find their next job opportunity; and helping governors recruit the very best leaders. Whether you’re a candidate actively thinking about making a move or just want to be open to new opportunities we want to make your job search as simple and stress-free as possible; or a school looking for comprehensive recruitment advice and support.
Here's how we can help you...
For Teachers
We understand job hunting can be time-consuming. That’s where Tes Recruitment Services comes in. When you join smartMatch, if we have a role that fits your experience and interests we’ll get in touch with you. This means that busy teachers just like you, can focus their time and energy on the demands of teaching, without missing out on opportunities.To receive job matches, all you need is an up-to-date MyCV on Tes and opt-in to be contacted by the Tes smartMatch Team.
For Schools
We know that for busy teachers and senior leaders, the next career move isn't always at the top of their priority list. So we’ve introduced smartMatch to help you fill your vacancies. smartMatch pairs your job advert to quality and experienced candidates from the Tes talent pool and Tes Leadership provides extra support with recruiting a certain profile of teacher for your next senior leader - or when you want to keep your vacancy confidential.
Please note that you are wholly responsible for fact checking in respect of the information provided by schools. Please also check for the latest visa and work permit requirements that may apply. Tes is not responsible for the content of advertisements or the policies adopted by advertising schools. Tes asks that all schools follow Tes' Fair Recruitment Policy.