Curriculum Area Leader of Science
| Posting date: | 23 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 March 2026 |
| Location: | Manchester, M14 4PX |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | f71c742b-f2b8-4f8c-9a11-5818aeea1b19 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Lead, Shape, and Inspire the Future of Our Science Department
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Our thriving secondary school in Manchester is seeking a dynamic, forward‑thinking Head of Department to join our ambitious and supportive team.
This rare opportunity has arisen due to the relocation of our current Head of Department, who leaves behind a well‑established, high‑performing team and a strong culture of collaboration and excellence.
As our new Head of Science, you will have:
• The freedom to innovate and drive meaningful change
• A platform to lead with purpose, shaping a successful and motivated team
• The chance to make a lasting impact on both students and colleagues
• A school that invests in your growth, with genuine pathways for development
We’re looking for someone with energy, vision, and a passion for raising standards and nurturing talent. If you’re excited by the idea of shaping the future of a thriving department—and want to work in a school that truly values its leaders—this could be the perfect next chapter.
We welcome you to visit our school and Science department. If you would like to arrange a visit please email hr@manchester-academy.org
What the school offers its staff
Our pledge, to all our academy teachers, is that by working for us you will benefit from more pay, more time, and more support.
• We pay an average of 5% above national scales – the best rates of pay in the sector
• Cash towards medical treatment
• Generous staff discount scheme
• Three extra INSET days for planning
• At least one personal day a year
• Great training for your career
• Exceptional curriculum resources
• Expert subject advice
• Support for your wellbeing
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.
Lead, Shape, and Inspire the Future of Our Science Department
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Our thriving secondary school in Manchester is seeking a dynamic, forward‑thinking Head of Department to join our ambitious and supportive team.
This rare opportunity has arisen due to the relocation of our current Head of Department, who leaves behind a well‑established, high‑performing team and a strong culture of collaboration and excellence.
As our new Head of Science, you will have:
• The freedom to innovate and drive meaningful change
• A platform to lead with purpose, shaping a successful and motivated team
• The chance to make a lasting impact on both students and colleagues
• A school that invests in your growth, with genuine pathways for development
We’re looking for someone with energy, vision, and a passion for raising standards and nurturing talent. If you’re excited by the idea of shaping the future of a thriving department—and want to work in a school that truly values its leaders—this could be the perfect next chapter.
We welcome you to visit our school and Science department. If you would like to arrange a visit please email hr@manchester-academy.org
What the school offers its staff
Our pledge, to all our academy teachers, is that by working for us you will benefit from more pay, more time, and more support.
• We pay an average of 5% above national scales – the best rates of pay in the sector
• Cash towards medical treatment
• Generous staff discount scheme
• Three extra INSET days for planning
• At least one personal day a year
• Great training for your career
• Exceptional curriculum resources
• Expert subject advice
• Support for your wellbeing
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.