Director of Science
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 28 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 11 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN6 8QE |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 6c5af553-e61d-4b67-b612-42b422b3a66d |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
Guilsborough Academy is a high‑performing and welcoming school, set within the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside and just minutes from the M1/M6/A14. As part of Guilsborough Multi Academy Trust, we offer an outstanding professional development entitlement, excellent facilities, and a supportive, collaborative culture.
We are seeking an inspirational and strategic leader to take our Science faculty into its next exciting phase of development. Our department consistently achieves outcomes above national averages across the full suite of qualifications—including Separate Sciences, Combined Science, Applied Science and A‑Level Biology, Chemistry and Physics—reflecting a dedicated, innovative and highly skilled team.
The Role
As Director of Science, you will:
• Lead a dynamic and forward‑thinking faculty with a commitment to excellence.
• Shape and deliver a compelling vision for Science across Key Stages 3–5.
• Drive curriculum innovation, assessment strategy and high‑quality teaching and learning.
• Support and develop staff, fostering a culture of professional growth and reflective practice.
• Ensure every student achieves highly, regardless of their starting point.
The Successful Candidate
You will:
• Be an exceptional practitioner with a strong track record of leadership within Science.
• Understand the opportunities and challenges presented by curriculum and assessment reform.
• Bring energy, integrity and a passion for empowering both staff and students.
• Lead with ambition, high expectations and a commitment to inclusive excellence.
Are you intrigued? Do you have the drive and determination to contribute to the further wider development of our Academy? Do you want to work for an organisation that has the wellbeing of staff and students at its heart, alongside fantastic new employee benefits? If so, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To come and see us in action, please contact our HR team to arrange a suitable time on hr@guilsborough.northants.sch.uk or 01604 740641.
What the school offers its staff
We are committed to developing well-being initiatives to support all our staff and are able to offer:
• We are a Carnegie Gold Standard Accredited organisation for mental health for both students and staff.
• A dedicated staff Wellbeing Committee.
• £500 Refer a Friend payment scheme, plus a welcome bonus for your friend.
• A £1,000 welcome bonus to new employees employed on a permanent contract. Terms and Conditions apply.
• Access to trained staff Mental Health First Aiders
• A developmental and supportive culture for continued professional development.
The academy strives to deliver personalised pathways and opportunities in order to enhance the growth and development of all staff members.
• A stunning rural location.
• HR Services on site.
• Eye Tests. Reimbursement on eye tests
• Free annual Flu Vaccinations for all staff.
• Access to 24/7 telephone counselling service for staff and their immediate family via Health Assured.
• Free access to our Fitness Suite.
• Pension Schemes. GMAT offers a defined benefit pension scheme which is supported by academy contributions as well as those of the employee. GMAT has two pension schemes, the Teacher’s Pension Scheme and the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Healthy Eating. Our in-house catering firm, Innovate, offer a healthy range of food at both break and lunch-time. Staff are entitled to a free lunch if undertaking an evening duty.
• Free and secure car parking on site.
• PTA. We have a very active PTA group that all staff can get involved in if they wish.
• Employee Benefits Scheme
- Private Health Care Options
- Discounts & Cashback Schemes
And much more
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS, reference, identity and medical checks are mandatory for all posts within Guilsborough Multi Academy Trust. Our safeguarding and Child Protection policy is available here. We are also committed to meeting the requirements of disability discrimination and other legislation.
Guilsborough Academy is a high‑performing and welcoming school, set within the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside and just minutes from the M1/M6/A14. As part of Guilsborough Multi Academy Trust, we offer an outstanding professional development entitlement, excellent facilities, and a supportive, collaborative culture.
We are seeking an inspirational and strategic leader to take our Science faculty into its next exciting phase of development. Our department consistently achieves outcomes above national averages across the full suite of qualifications—including Separate Sciences, Combined Science, Applied Science and A‑Level Biology, Chemistry and Physics—reflecting a dedicated, innovative and highly skilled team.
The Role
As Director of Science, you will:
• Lead a dynamic and forward‑thinking faculty with a commitment to excellence.
• Shape and deliver a compelling vision for Science across Key Stages 3–5.
• Drive curriculum innovation, assessment strategy and high‑quality teaching and learning.
• Support and develop staff, fostering a culture of professional growth and reflective practice.
• Ensure every student achieves highly, regardless of their starting point.
The Successful Candidate
You will:
• Be an exceptional practitioner with a strong track record of leadership within Science.
• Understand the opportunities and challenges presented by curriculum and assessment reform.
• Bring energy, integrity and a passion for empowering both staff and students.
• Lead with ambition, high expectations and a commitment to inclusive excellence.
Are you intrigued? Do you have the drive and determination to contribute to the further wider development of our Academy? Do you want to work for an organisation that has the wellbeing of staff and students at its heart, alongside fantastic new employee benefits? If so, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To come and see us in action, please contact our HR team to arrange a suitable time on hr@guilsborough.northants.sch.uk or 01604 740641.
What the school offers its staff
We are committed to developing well-being initiatives to support all our staff and are able to offer:
• We are a Carnegie Gold Standard Accredited organisation for mental health for both students and staff.
• A dedicated staff Wellbeing Committee.
• £500 Refer a Friend payment scheme, plus a welcome bonus for your friend.
• A £1,000 welcome bonus to new employees employed on a permanent contract. Terms and Conditions apply.
• Access to trained staff Mental Health First Aiders
• A developmental and supportive culture for continued professional development.
The academy strives to deliver personalised pathways and opportunities in order to enhance the growth and development of all staff members.
• A stunning rural location.
• HR Services on site.
• Eye Tests. Reimbursement on eye tests
• Free annual Flu Vaccinations for all staff.
• Access to 24/7 telephone counselling service for staff and their immediate family via Health Assured.
• Free access to our Fitness Suite.
• Pension Schemes. GMAT offers a defined benefit pension scheme which is supported by academy contributions as well as those of the employee. GMAT has two pension schemes, the Teacher’s Pension Scheme and the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Healthy Eating. Our in-house catering firm, Innovate, offer a healthy range of food at both break and lunch-time. Staff are entitled to a free lunch if undertaking an evening duty.
• Free and secure car parking on site.
• PTA. We have a very active PTA group that all staff can get involved in if they wish.
• Employee Benefits Scheme
- Private Health Care Options
- Discounts & Cashback Schemes
And much more
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS, reference, identity and medical checks are mandatory for all posts within Guilsborough Multi Academy Trust. Our safeguarding and Child Protection policy is available here. We are also committed to meeting the requirements of disability discrimination and other legislation.