Teacher Science Subject Lead - West Alternative Provision College

About Us

West Sussex Alternative Provision College (WSAPC) is an educational establishment based across the county on seven separate sites, providing education for pupils who are permanently excluded, at risk of exclusion or too ill to attend school.

Our ethos is to provide FOCUS (Future, Opportunities, Curriculum, Us, School) for our pupils to re‑engage them in their learning and support re‑integration to mainstream provision.

We are seeking an exceptional and inspirational Science Subject Lead to lead and develop our Science curriculum across all provisions.

This is a middle leadership role combining high-quality classroom teaching with strategic curriculum leadership. You will play a key role in ensuring that Science education is inclusive, ambitious, and accessible, enabling pupils with SEND and additional needs to succeed and progress confidently.

As Subject Lead, you will:

• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous development of the Science curriculum
• Ensure alignment with the National Curriculum while adapting for individual needs
• Close gaps in learning caused by disrupted education and support successful transitions
• Champion inclusive, high‑quality teaching and SEND practice across all settings

• Deliver engaging, differentiated Science lessons (KS3–KS4)
• Model Quality First Teaching and inclusive classroom practice
• Adapt teaching to meet complex SEND and SEMH needs
• Embed literacy, numeracy, and communication skills across Science learning

• Lead and develop a coherent, ambitious Science curriculum across all centres
• Ensure curriculum sequencing builds knowledge, skills, and cultural capital
• Monitor teaching quality through observations, work scrutiny, and data analysis
• Ensure pupils are well‑prepared for examinations and qualifications

• Contribute to whole‑school improvement planning and priorities
• Act as a visible advocate for inclusive education and the Science subject
• Support mainstream schools where appropriate to improve curriculum accessibility

• Lead and support Science staff across multiple centres
• Deliver subject‑specific CPD and share best practice
• Contribute to recruitment, induction, and performance development
• Build strong collaboration across teams, including remote working environments

• Analyse data to identify gaps, trends, and priorities for improvement
• Ensure accurate assessment and effective intervention strategies
• Oversee exam entries and ensure compliance with awarding body requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)
• Strong subject knowledge across Science disciplines
• Proven track record of high‑quality teaching and pupil progress
• Experience supporting SEND / SEMH pupils
• Ability to lead, inspire, and develop others

• Experience in curriculum leadership or subject responsibility
• Experience working in alternative provision
• Knowledge of trauma‑informed and relational practice

• Dedicated 10% leadership time in addition to PPA for curriculum development
• Opportunity to shape and lead a transformative Science curriculum
• Work within a supportive, innovative, and inclusive organisation
• Make a genuine difference to the lives of young people

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to pre‑employment checks, including references, social media check and Disclosure & Barring Service check.

WSAPC is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications for all vacancies from appropriately qualified persons regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

The closing date is a guide only. We intend to review applications as they are received and call those shortlisted for immediate interview. An early application is advised, as once we have appointed, we will close the recruitment process.

West Sussex Alternative Provision College and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

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