Head of Science
| Posting date: | 06 June 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 June 2026 |
| Location: | Gravesend, Kent, DA12 2JW |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 5263854b-8bf1-4d3f-ab1d-38e24b71fdee |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint an inspirational and dedicated full-time Head of Science. The successful candidate will be joining our school to lead one of our most effective and respected departments, working and collaborating with an exceptionally committed and talented team of practitioners.
Our Science department’s results are consistently excellent and have been a major contributing factor to the exceptional whole school outcomes that St John’s has achieved in recent years. At GCSE we deliver both the Double and Triple Science qualifications, and at Key Stage 5 we offer A levels in Biology, Chemistry & Physics as well as Level 3 Vocational qualifications in Applied Science and Medical Science (new from September 2026).
This is a really exciting time to be joining our school and to have the opportunity of leading an enthusiastic, forward-thinking and supportive team. Applications are invited from committed and passionate Science specialists with successful leadership experience, who are excited by the opportunity to play a key role within our thriving Catholic community. We are looking for a committed and talented practitioner who can bring the best out of others – staff and students alike.
What the school offers its staff
• Additional October Holiday (ensuring staff have a two week break in October in order to refresh and recuperate during the longest two terms of the academic year)
• Support Line and Wellbeing App (providing a free confidential helpline available 7 days a week, 365 days a year)
• Access to rewards programmes (e.g. Blue Light & Kent Rewards)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Eye-Care (financial contribution to the cost of eye care for regular VDU users)
Commitment to safeguarding
St John's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, Enhanced DBS check and an online social media profile check. This role includes specific safeguarding responsibilities, as defined in the job description. Our school’s dedicated Child Protection Policy can be viewed on our school website. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
We are seeking to appoint an inspirational and dedicated full-time Head of Science. The successful candidate will be joining our school to lead one of our most effective and respected departments, working and collaborating with an exceptionally committed and talented team of practitioners.
Our Science department’s results are consistently excellent and have been a major contributing factor to the exceptional whole school outcomes that St John’s has achieved in recent years. At GCSE we deliver both the Double and Triple Science qualifications, and at Key Stage 5 we offer A levels in Biology, Chemistry & Physics as well as Level 3 Vocational qualifications in Applied Science and Medical Science (new from September 2026).
This is a really exciting time to be joining our school and to have the opportunity of leading an enthusiastic, forward-thinking and supportive team. Applications are invited from committed and passionate Science specialists with successful leadership experience, who are excited by the opportunity to play a key role within our thriving Catholic community. We are looking for a committed and talented practitioner who can bring the best out of others – staff and students alike.
What the school offers its staff
• Additional October Holiday (ensuring staff have a two week break in October in order to refresh and recuperate during the longest two terms of the academic year)
• Support Line and Wellbeing App (providing a free confidential helpline available 7 days a week, 365 days a year)
• Access to rewards programmes (e.g. Blue Light & Kent Rewards)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Eye-Care (financial contribution to the cost of eye care for regular VDU users)
Commitment to safeguarding
St John's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, Enhanced DBS check and an online social media profile check. This role includes specific safeguarding responsibilities, as defined in the job description. Our school’s dedicated Child Protection Policy can be viewed on our school website. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.