Head of Science
Salary: Main Scale / Upper Scale plus TLR £10,173 - £12,516 (depending on candidate)
Hours: Full time / Permanent
Start Date: September 2026
Closing Date: 6 May 2026
Interview Date: week commencing 11 May 2026
From September 2026, we are looking to appoint an inspirational and enthusiastic teacher to lead our fantastic team of Science specialists. This would be a great opportunity for somebody taking on their first subject leadership role but would be equally suitable for a current Head of Science wanting to develop their skills in a different context in preparation for further advancement.
The high-performing Science team have played a vital role in the success of the school for many years and are very keen to work with you to ensure that this continues to be the case. They want to remain the best and they want to be led by the best.
In return for your talent and commitment, we can offer you outstanding working conditions. We operate in a professional environment, but we make a conscious effort to avoid some of the negative aspects of more corporate school settings. Staff and students are incredibly friendly and work together with mutual respect. Senior leaders are open and supportive and genuinely understand the need for a school-life balance.
Highworth Warneford School is part of The Park Academies Trust. This Trust was formed in 2016 with the vision to make a significant contribution to improving education in Swindon. A family of eight schools; Abbey Park School, Lydiard Park Academy, Highworth Warneford School, The Deanery CE Academy, Orchid Vale Primary School, Red Oaks Primary School, The Kingfisher CE Academy and Bridlewood Primary School; the Trust offers a high quality all through educational provision from nursery right up to our Sixth Form based at Lydiard Park Academy, enabling staff and pupils alike to benefit from being part of a thriving multi-phase educational Trust.
The Park Academies Trust has joined forces with a number of excellent service providers to give you that little bit extra, that 'little pat on the back':
• Doctor Care Anywhere
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Let’s Connect – Salary sacrifice Technology
• My Gym Discounts
The Park Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All job offers are subject to satisfactory reference and enhanced DBS checks. In line with statutory guidance in 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', we will carry out an online search as part of our due-diligence on short-listed candidates.