Head of Science

Head of Science, Full or Part Time (Permanent)

Start date: September 2026

Close date for applications: Wednesday 22nd April 2026 at 9am

Interview date: Week commencing 27th April 2026

MPS/UPS + TLR 1 £12,513

Number of students on roll: 900

Please note – We reserve the right to interview and employ the right candidate before the closing date.

Due to expansion and growth in student numbers, this is an exciting time to join Abbeyfield School. Our recent ‘Good’ Ofsted rating (November 2022) highlighted that ‘Staff are proud of the school and enjoy working at it. Leaders and Governors are supportive of staff’s workload and well-being'. As a result, both the leaders and students are looking for high-calibre staff who are committed to delivering outstanding teaching and learning opportunities for all.

In October 2025 Abbeyfield School became part of The Athelstan Trust, one of the leading educational trusts in the South West.

The Athelstan Trust is a successful and growing Multi-Academy Trust consisting of six secondary schools and four primary schools in Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, and South Gloucestershire. We currently employ over 750 people and educate 5,000 pupils and plan to expand further over the coming years.

Against this backdrop of growth and development, a fantastic opportunity has arisen to lead the Science Department at Abbeyfield School. We are seeking an exceptional practitioner and leader who is committed to delivering outstanding teaching and learning across Biology, Chemistry and Physics; someone who can build on an already strong team and drive the continued success of Science within our school and across the wider Trust.

Abbeyfield School offers excellent opportunities for career progression for teachers seeking to develop both their leadership skills and their impact on whole‑school improvement.

The successful candidate will join an experienced, motivated and collaborative department that is committed to enabling every student to fulfil their potential. We particularly welcome applications from candidates with experience of teaching KS5 in at least one Science specialism. Please note that teaching at A Level will be an essential component of this role.

The Science faculty has a strong record of achievement at all key stages, with results consistently improving in recent years. Students benefit from a rich curriculum and a wide range of enrichment opportunities, including junior STEM clubs, fieldwork, university outreach and our sixth form Rocket Club. At KS4, students follow the AQA GCSE Science pathway (Combined and Separate Sciences), and at KS5 we offer AQA A Level Biology, Chemistry and Physics and Cambridge Advance National in Applied Science.

All staff receive high‑quality professional development, supported by our new position within the Athelstan Trust. As a flexible employer, we welcome applications from part‑time candidates.

Additional information

Abbeyfield is a community school which occupies purpose-built premises. It is situated in a beautiful location, within commuting distance of Bath, Bristol and Swindon. The school was inspected in November 2022 and we pledge to offer the following:

• Excellent students who will work with you to achieve the highest standards

• A high-performing and growing school

• Excellent leadership, which believes in rapid and sustainable leadership

• A thriving sixth form where pupils make strong progress

• Friendly and welcoming pupils who thrive in an atmosphere of tolerance and understanding

For further information, please see our website under ‘joining us’ or contact reception