Head of Science - Outstanding School - January 2026

Marchant Recruitment
Richmond, Greater London

Head of Science – Richmond, Outer London 🚀

Lead a Core Faculty at a Successful West London Academy

We are seeking an inspirational, strategic, and highly committed Head of Science to lead the large and successful faculty at a highly regarded secondary academy in the affluent Richmond area of South West London.

This is a full-time, permanent position starting in January 2026 .

  • Head of Science required (Head of Faculty responsibility)
  • Full-time, Permanent position starting January 2026
  • Successful, high-performing academy in Richmond, Outer London
  • Lead the teaching of Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5 (KS3/KS4/KS5).
  • Recruitment and Retention (R&R) Allowance of £2,000 available

The Opportunity

The successful applicant will be an outstanding Science leader ready to manage a team of specialists and oversee the curriculum, progress, and outcomes across all three disciplines. You will be responsible for driving whole-faculty improvement, managing resources, and ensuring the delivery of consistently high-quality teaching that secures excellent results at GCSE and A-Level.

This significant leadership role comes with a substantial Teaching and Learning Responsibility (TLR) payment appropriate for a Head of Faculty. To attract the best talent, we also offer a Recruitment and Retention (R&R) Allowance of £2,000 per annum . This generous package recognizes the importance and scope of this leadership position.

The School

This is a successful academy, recognized for its strong student outcomes and dedicated, professional staff culture. The Science faculty is highly valued, well-resourced with excellent labs, and committed to ensuring students pursue STEM careers at top universities. The school is dedicated to continuous staff development, offering a high-quality, tailored CPD programme focused on leadership and management skills. Located in Richmond , the school offers a highly desirable setting in South West London.

We Are Looking For:

  • A qualified teacher with QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) and a degree in a core Science subject.
  • A proven track record of successfully leading or significantly contributing to the leadership of a large Science department.
  • Expertise in curriculum design, assessment, and data analysis to drive improvement.
  • A clear strategic vision for developing scientific literacy and academic excellence.
  • The ability to inspire, mentor, and line-manage a team of specialist teachers.

Salary and Benefits

  • Main Pay Scale/Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS) for Teachers.

    • The base salary will be paid according to experience within the statutory Outer London Pay Scale (The Outer London Main Pay Range minimum is approximately £37,870 as of September 2025).
  • A Teaching and Learning Responsibility (TLR) payment (The specific amount will be confirmed based on the size and complexity of the faculty, typically falling within the high TLR 1 band, ranging from approximately £10,174 to £17,216 per annum for 2025/2026).
  • A fixed Recruitment and Retention (R&R) Allowance of £2,000 per annum.
  • Excellent, structured leadership development and career progression pathways into senior management.

If you are a strategic and ambitious Science Leader ready to take on the challenge of Head of Science within a successful Richmond academy, please submit your CV outlining your leadership experience and vision.

Posted 2025-10-30

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