Head of Year/ Teacher of Science
| Posting date: | 03 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 April 2026 |
| Location: | Derby, Derbyshire, DE23 4BZ |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | cbf5e1b9-de99-4f0a-a148-9f237729646d |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Many thanks for your interest in the Head of Year/ Teacher of Science position. Littleover Community School seeks to appoint an inspirational, dynamic and highly effective individual to take on the role of Head of Year, working closely with Form Tutors, the Deputy Headteacher (Pastoral) and the Senior Leadership Team to deliver high quality pastoral care and to promote excellent personal development and wellbeing for all students within the year group.
The successful candidate will play a key role in leading and developing pastoral provision, supporting student wellbeing, behaviour, attendance and personal growth, and contributing positively to the wider pastoral life and ethos of the school. This role requires strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a firm commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and high expectations for all learners.
The post involves teaching Science at Key Stages 3 and 4, and applications from teachers with a Biology specialism are particularly welcomed. The successful applicant will be able to inspire and motivate students of all abilities, deliver engaging and effective lessons, and foster a genuine interest and enthusiasm for Science.
What the school offers its staff
Littleover Community School is a warm and welcoming environment, where the motto of ‘Learn, Care and Succeed’ underpins the vision for our school. Staff joining Littleover Community School should understand from the outset that we work together in partnership with students and families to provide a safe and stimulating environment, where all members feel valued and safe.
There are an extensive range of benefits that are available to you as an employee of Littleover Community School.
For your health and wellbeing there is access to a free on site gym and an employee assistance programme.
You will have access to the Derby City Council Rewards platform, which hosts a wide range of benefits such as the Cycle2Work scheme, benefits and offers at an extensive network of retailers, Tusker Car Lease Scheme and more!
These benefits run alongside other benefits such as access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme (depending on your role), free on-site car parking, free annual flu jab and a friendly, supportive working environment!
Commitment to safeguarding
Littleover Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of a satisfactory enhanced level DBS disclosure with a children’s barred list check, two satisfactory references and successful completion of vetting procedures. In accordance with the statutory guidance, Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), an online search will be conducted as part of due diligence on shortlisted candidates. Copies of our Safeguarding Policy, along with other school policies, are available at: https://www.littleover.derby.sch.uk/information.php#policies
Many thanks for your interest in the Head of Year/ Teacher of Science position. Littleover Community School seeks to appoint an inspirational, dynamic and highly effective individual to take on the role of Head of Year, working closely with Form Tutors, the Deputy Headteacher (Pastoral) and the Senior Leadership Team to deliver high quality pastoral care and to promote excellent personal development and wellbeing for all students within the year group.
The successful candidate will play a key role in leading and developing pastoral provision, supporting student wellbeing, behaviour, attendance and personal growth, and contributing positively to the wider pastoral life and ethos of the school. This role requires strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a firm commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and high expectations for all learners.
The post involves teaching Science at Key Stages 3 and 4, and applications from teachers with a Biology specialism are particularly welcomed. The successful applicant will be able to inspire and motivate students of all abilities, deliver engaging and effective lessons, and foster a genuine interest and enthusiasm for Science.
What the school offers its staff
Littleover Community School is a warm and welcoming environment, where the motto of ‘Learn, Care and Succeed’ underpins the vision for our school. Staff joining Littleover Community School should understand from the outset that we work together in partnership with students and families to provide a safe and stimulating environment, where all members feel valued and safe.
There are an extensive range of benefits that are available to you as an employee of Littleover Community School.
For your health and wellbeing there is access to a free on site gym and an employee assistance programme.
You will have access to the Derby City Council Rewards platform, which hosts a wide range of benefits such as the Cycle2Work scheme, benefits and offers at an extensive network of retailers, Tusker Car Lease Scheme and more!
These benefits run alongside other benefits such as access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme (depending on your role), free on-site car parking, free annual flu jab and a friendly, supportive working environment!
Commitment to safeguarding
Littleover Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of a satisfactory enhanced level DBS disclosure with a children’s barred list check, two satisfactory references and successful completion of vetting procedures. In accordance with the statutory guidance, Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), an online search will be conducted as part of due diligence on shortlisted candidates. Copies of our Safeguarding Policy, along with other school policies, are available at: https://www.littleover.derby.sch.uk/information.php#policies