Ark St Alban’s Academy
Deputy Head of Science
Location: Highgate, Birmingham
Salary: Ark main teaching or upper pay scales ( £33,739 – £53,094), plus TLR2b (£5,870)
Contract: Permanent
Start date: September 2026
Closing date: 27 November 2026
We are seeking a committed and inspiring Deputy Head of Science to help lead a high‑performing Science department and drive exceptional outcomes for pupils
About the role:
In this role, you will shape and deliver an ambitious curriculum, model outstanding teaching, and use data intelligently to secure rapid progress across Key Stage 3 and beyond. You will coach and develop teachers, lead on assessment and curriculum design, and contribute to a purposeful, supportive school culture rooted in high expectations. This is a chance to make a significant impact on pupils’ lives, contributing to a community committed to academic excellence and personal development.
What We’re Looking For:
- Strong classroom practitioner with excellent subject knowledge and consistently high quality teaching.
- Proven impact on pupil progress and experience raising attainment across different groups.
- A motivating and effective leader who can coach, support and inspire colleagues.
- High expectations for behaviour, consistency and accountability, ensuring excellent learning in every lesson.
- Strong communication, organisation and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and motivate.
- Resilience, optimism and drive, with a commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Alignment to our ethos and a genuine belief in every pupil’s potential to excel.
- Qualified Teacher Status and the right to work in the UK.