Head of Science

Ark Evelyn Grace Academy, Brixton (SE24 0QN)
Start: 01 September 2026
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
Salary: Ark Upper Pay Scale + TLR

Deadline: 9am on Monday 18 May 2026

Interview Date: Thursday 21 May 2026

About the Role

We are seeking an ambitious and inspirational Head of Science to lead a thriving department at Ark Evelyn Grace Academy. This is a key leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape the curriculum, drive excellent outcomes, and develop a team of committed teachers.

As Head of Science, you will combine outstanding classroom practice with strong leadership, ensuring high-quality teaching, a rigorous and engaging curriculum, and a culture of high expectations where all students can succeed.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and develop the Science department, driving standards, achievement and progress
• Line manage and coach staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
• Design and deliver an ambitious, knowledge-rich curriculum across KS3-KS4 (KS5 where applicable)
• Use data effectively to monitor progress, close gaps and raise attainment
• Model excellent teaching and support colleagues to deliver consistently strong lessons
• Contribute to whole-school priorities and play a key role in academy improvement

What We're Looking For

• A highly effective Science teacher with a strong track record of outcomes
• Proven leadership experience or readiness to step into a senior middle leadership role
• Ability to inspire, motivate and hold others to account
• Strong curriculum, assessment and data analysis knowledge
• Commitment to inclusive education and high expectations for all students
• Alignment with Ark's values and mission

Why Join Us

At Ark Evelyn Grace Academy, you will join a school on a strong upward trajectory, with a supportive leadership team and a clear commitment to students and staff development. As part of the Ark network, you will benefit from high-quality CPD, leadership development opportunities, and collaboration across schools.

Safeguarding

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

• Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale.
• Twice as many training days as standard.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Access to Ark rewards - a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers
• Interest-free loans - up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle.
• Gym discounts - offering up to 40%.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme - providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support.

Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark at https://arkonline.org/careers/why-work-with-us/ .

We intend for Ark Evelyn Grace Academy to be the school of choice in the local community, whose reputation is centred on great teaching, exemplary behaviour and unrivalled opportunities beyond the classroom.

Our academy is a community. You will join a friendly, motivated team who places pupils at the heart of every decision. All of us play an essential role in making our school a safe, secure and enjoyable place to be.

Our 2022 staff survey found that 81% of staff at Ark Evelyn Grace Academy agree that their line manager listens to and values their opinions.

Visit evelyngraceacademy.org/jobs to learn more about us and see our current vacancies.

Diversity and inclusion:

We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone - staff and students - can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective. To know more about Ark's diversity and inclusion commitments, please click on this link .

Safeguarding statement:
Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants.

Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark's safer recruitment process, please click this link .

Please note we will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this role may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. We strongly encourage to submit your application at your earliest convenience.