Second in Charge of Science

Smart Teachers are recruiting on behalf of a dynamic and inclusive secondary academy in North London for a dedicated and experienced Second in Charge – Science to join their high-performing science department in September 2025.

About the role

• Support the strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the science faculty

• Drive excellence in teaching, learning and curriculum development across KS3–KS5

• Foster a culture of high expectations, innovation, and academic rigour

• Act as a role model for colleagues in teaching and professional conduct

• Use data to track progress and raise achievement, especially among disadvantaged and SEND learners

• Lead on schemes of learning, intervention strategies, and staff development

• Collaborate with wider curriculum leaders and SLT to help deliver whole-school improvement priorities

About the school

• A thriving, non-selective secondary school and sixth form serving a diverse urban community

• Part of a highly respected national multi-academy trust with an unwavering focus on equity, inclusion, and student wellbeing

• Offers excellent facilities including a specialist science block and state-of-the-art labs

• Committed to teacher development through regular coaching, joint practice development, and a rich CPD offer

• Upholds a strong behaviour culture grounded in respect, restorative practice and high standards

• No after-school meetings more than once a week, early finish on Fridays, and protected PPA time

• Staff benefit from a supportive pastoral structure, access to mental health resources and flexible family-friendly policie

• A passionate and knowledgeable science teacher with proven experience across KS3–KS5

• Ambitious and committed to raising standards and life chances for all pupils

• Able to lead and inspire others, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Second in Charge of Science you will:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a degree in a relevant science subject (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or related discipline)
• Proven experience of successful science teaching at Key Stage 3 and 4 (and ideally KS5)
• A strong understanding of effective curriculum planning and assessment in science
• Ability to use data to inform teaching, track progress, and raise achievement
• Experience of leading others or managing projects within a science department
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrable commitment to inclusion and high expectations for all learners
• Ability to motivate staff and students with a collaborative and aspirational approach
• Willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school, including extracurricular activities

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Suitable teaching experience

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Daniel Uwaifo on 020 7065 7500 or email [email protected].