Lead Practitioner - Science
| Posting date: | 24 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 February 2026 |
| Location: | Swanscombe, Kent, DA10 0BZ |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | f11b4d25-3b2b-4fd3-9c59-f52e6e244938 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Ready to make a real impact in Science? At Leigh Academy Ebbsfleet, we’re seeking a passionate Lead Practitioner - Science to elevate our Science department and inspire the next generation.
Key Responsibilities:
• Deliver high-quality Science lessons that engage and challenge students across various key stages and subjects.
• Lead curriculum development and share best practices to improve teaching across the Science department.
• Use data and innovative approaches to improve student outcomes in Science.
• Provide leadership and support to colleagues, helping them to grow in their teaching practice.
• Work with the senior leadership team to lead on aspects of whole school improvement with the Teaching & Learning Team.
What We’re Looking For:
• A qualified teacher with expertise in one or more Science specialism.
• A strong track record of improving teaching and learning.
• A collaborative leader with excellent communication and organisational skills.
Join a supportive, forward-thinking team where you’ll have the opportunity to influence the future of Science teaching. As part of the Leigh Academies Trust, you’ll benefit from excellent professional development opportunities and a clear path for career progression.
This is a permanent opportunity which offers a salary on the leadership scale, and we would like our successful candidate to join us from September 2026.
What the school offers its staff
At Leigh Academy Ebbsfleet, we're more than just a "good" school - we're a dynamic community dedicated to getting the best out of every student. Serving a diverse student body from ages 11-18, our vision is built on three core values:Be Ready, Work Hard, Be Nice.
We provide a stimulating learning environment with a curriculum that offers a rich blend of academic and vocational qualifications. Our modern facilities include outstanding sports amenities and well-equipped classrooms and labs, all supported by excellent ICT resources.
Our ambition is to ensure every student reaches their full potential, leaving us as a courteous, confident, and capable young person, fully prepared for university or their chosen career. We achieve this through a varied program of extracurricular activities, student leadership opportunities, and targeted support for students of all abilities.
As a proud member of the Leigh Academies Trust, we benefit from a network of highly successful leaders and a commitment to investing in our staff. We are also on track for and 'Outstanding' Ofsted result.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Ready to make a real impact in Science? At Leigh Academy Ebbsfleet, we’re seeking a passionate Lead Practitioner - Science to elevate our Science department and inspire the next generation.
Key Responsibilities:
• Deliver high-quality Science lessons that engage and challenge students across various key stages and subjects.
• Lead curriculum development and share best practices to improve teaching across the Science department.
• Use data and innovative approaches to improve student outcomes in Science.
• Provide leadership and support to colleagues, helping them to grow in their teaching practice.
• Work with the senior leadership team to lead on aspects of whole school improvement with the Teaching & Learning Team.
What We’re Looking For:
• A qualified teacher with expertise in one or more Science specialism.
• A strong track record of improving teaching and learning.
• A collaborative leader with excellent communication and organisational skills.
Join a supportive, forward-thinking team where you’ll have the opportunity to influence the future of Science teaching. As part of the Leigh Academies Trust, you’ll benefit from excellent professional development opportunities and a clear path for career progression.
This is a permanent opportunity which offers a salary on the leadership scale, and we would like our successful candidate to join us from September 2026.
What the school offers its staff
At Leigh Academy Ebbsfleet, we're more than just a "good" school - we're a dynamic community dedicated to getting the best out of every student. Serving a diverse student body from ages 11-18, our vision is built on three core values:Be Ready, Work Hard, Be Nice.
We provide a stimulating learning environment with a curriculum that offers a rich blend of academic and vocational qualifications. Our modern facilities include outstanding sports amenities and well-equipped classrooms and labs, all supported by excellent ICT resources.
Our ambition is to ensure every student reaches their full potential, leaving us as a courteous, confident, and capable young person, fully prepared for university or their chosen career. We achieve this through a varied program of extracurricular activities, student leadership opportunities, and targeted support for students of all abilities.
As a proud member of the Leigh Academies Trust, we benefit from a network of highly successful leaders and a commitment to investing in our staff. We are also on track for and 'Outstanding' Ofsted result.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.