Fixed Term Contract 

We are seeking a creative and forward-thinking Science specialist to take a lead role in shaping and developing our KS3 Science curriculum. This is an exciting opportunity to raise the profile of Science in Years 7 and 8 and ensure that students build strong foundations for future success at GCSE and beyond.

As Year 7 and 8 Development Lead for Science, you will drive a clear and coherent vision for an engaging and knowledge-rich curriculum. You will ensure that schemes of work are carefully sequenced, challenging, and inclusive, enabling all students to develop secure scientific understanding, curiosity, and confidence in disciplinary and analytical skills. You will champion Science as a means of fostering critical thinking, problem solving, and a love of discovery, and will collaborate with colleagues to ensure these principles are embedded across teaching and learning.

You will ensure these aims are realised through the development of high-quality curriculum materials and assessment strategies that clearly define the key knowledge, skills, and disciplinary understanding required for progression. You will work to ensure consistency and equity in curriculum delivery across classes and teachers, and that lessons are aligned with the department’s shared pedagogical principles.

The successful candidate will be expected to attend leadership meetings and work closely with Senior Leaders and fellow Curriculum Leaders to contribute to whole-school curriculum development and continuous improvement.

St Paul’s Way Trust School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS Check.  

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In accordance with our Company Policies and KCSIE guidelines set out by the Department for Education, a background check will be carried out on your online digital presence. For this we use a third-party professional screening partner, SP Index (www.sp-index.com), experienced in processing personal data for the purpose of such checks.  

We reserve the right to commence or complete the recruitment process prior to the closing date.    

We do not accept applications via agencies - This is an internal vacancy only 

Contact the Recruitment team on  ustrecruitment@ust.london telephone - 020 3034 2375 for more information.