Lead Practitioner - Science
| Posting date: | 23 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 February 2026 |
| Location: | Gillingham, Kent, ME8 8GS |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 344ce324-6dca-4b1a-b5d0-adbf19ae2137 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Since opening in 2021, Leigh Academy Rainham has grown into a forward-thinking school with a reputation for excellence. We are excited to invite applications for a Lead Practitioner - Science to join our team from September 2026. Don't miss this great opportunity to elevate your leadership career and drive excellence in science teaching!
About You:
We seek a dynamic and highly effective Science specialist who is passionate about their subject and committed to pedagogical innovation.You will demonstrate the ability to model outstanding teaching and inspire students to develop a profound curiosity for the natural world, scientific inquiry, and technological advancement.
As a Lead Practitioner, you must be an excellent communicator, capable of mentoring colleagues, driving evidence-based practice in the lab, and shaping the strategic development of a rigorous and engaging Science curriculum.
What the school offers its staff
Why join us?
• Be part of a welcoming, inclusive, and values-driven school
• Work in a modern, purpose-built learning environment
• Join a team that values collaboration, wellbeing, and professional growth
• Receive high-quality training and development through Leigh Academies Trust
Plus, enjoy great staff benefits, including:
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service
• Wellbeing support and staff recognition initiatives
• Free onsite parking
Commitment to safeguarding
Our commitment to safeguarding: Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust, consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Including online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about this in our Recruitment Guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Since opening in 2021, Leigh Academy Rainham has grown into a forward-thinking school with a reputation for excellence. We are excited to invite applications for a Lead Practitioner - Science to join our team from September 2026. Don't miss this great opportunity to elevate your leadership career and drive excellence in science teaching!
About You:
We seek a dynamic and highly effective Science specialist who is passionate about their subject and committed to pedagogical innovation.You will demonstrate the ability to model outstanding teaching and inspire students to develop a profound curiosity for the natural world, scientific inquiry, and technological advancement.
As a Lead Practitioner, you must be an excellent communicator, capable of mentoring colleagues, driving evidence-based practice in the lab, and shaping the strategic development of a rigorous and engaging Science curriculum.
What the school offers its staff
Why join us?
• Be part of a welcoming, inclusive, and values-driven school
• Work in a modern, purpose-built learning environment
• Join a team that values collaboration, wellbeing, and professional growth
• Receive high-quality training and development through Leigh Academies Trust
Plus, enjoy great staff benefits, including:
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service
• Wellbeing support and staff recognition initiatives
• Free onsite parking
Commitment to safeguarding
Our commitment to safeguarding: Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust, consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Including online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about this in our Recruitment Guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.