Assistant Head of Science
| Posting date: | 28 February 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 March 2026 |
| Location: | Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS16 7RX |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1a323e0c-8a77-4984-95ee-c1041ca556f0 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for a hardworking,ambitiousand dynamic teacher to join the team as an Assistant Head of Science.You will be an outstanding practitioner with the desire,energyand drive to further improve standards of achievement and ensure teaching is of the highest quality across the department. Leadership experience is desirable but not essential, however having ambition for a leadership role and eagerness to learn is essential. We would welcome all specialisms and whilst A-Level teaching experience is desirable this is not essential providing you are willing to embrace a new opportunity.This role would also have the opportunity to cover a term and a half of Head of Department role due to on-going maternity leave.
What the school offers its staff
Ralph Thoresby is a successful and over-subscribed secondary school in north Leeds, recently graded 'Good' againby Ofsted. 'This is a school where staff and pupils celebrate diversity and promote values, mutual respect and care for others' (Ofsted).The successful candidate will share our commitment towards constantly improving our provision and raising achievement in Science and across the school.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post requires Enhanced Disclosure (DBS).
We are looking for a hardworking,ambitiousand dynamic teacher to join the team as an Assistant Head of Science.You will be an outstanding practitioner with the desire,energyand drive to further improve standards of achievement and ensure teaching is of the highest quality across the department. Leadership experience is desirable but not essential, however having ambition for a leadership role and eagerness to learn is essential. We would welcome all specialisms and whilst A-Level teaching experience is desirable this is not essential providing you are willing to embrace a new opportunity.This role would also have the opportunity to cover a term and a half of Head of Department role due to on-going maternity leave.
What the school offers its staff
Ralph Thoresby is a successful and over-subscribed secondary school in north Leeds, recently graded 'Good' againby Ofsted. 'This is a school where staff and pupils celebrate diversity and promote values, mutual respect and care for others' (Ofsted).The successful candidate will share our commitment towards constantly improving our provision and raising achievement in Science and across the school.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post requires Enhanced Disclosure (DBS).