Head of Science; Maternity Cover

We are seeking an exceptional and forward-thinking Head of Science (Maternity Cover) to lead the continued development and delivery of our Science curriculum.

You will play a central role in driving high standards across the department, ensuring an academically rigorous and knowledge-rich curriculum that inspires curiosity, develops scientific thinking, and equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in further education and beyond.

This position is ideal for an experienced middle or senior leader seeking an exciting leadership opportunity, or an ambitious and highly effective teacher ready to step into departmental leadership within a supportive and innovative environment.

• Lead and oversee the delivery and ongoing development of a coherent, knowledge-rich Science curriculum across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Provide strategic leadership for the Science department, maintaining high expectations for teaching, learning, achievement and behaviour.
• Build, inspire, and mentor a future team as the school grows.
• Develop high-quality resources, enrichment opportunities, and cross-curricular links.
• Ensure Science remains a vibrant, ambitious and inclusive subject that engages and challenges all learners
• Mentor and support new colleagues as the department grows - helping to develop confident, expert practitioners.

• A passionate Science specialist with strong subject knowledge and the ability to lead a knowledge-rich curriculum that develops scientific understanding, enquiry skills and curiosity.
• A reflective practitioner with strong pedagogical understanding and the ability to coach, mentor, and develop others.
• Experience designing or contributing to a rigorous KS3 curriculum (KS4/KS5 advantageous as we grow).
• A colleague excited by the unique opportunity to shape a new school and establish high academic standards.

• Be part of a new school with the freedom to innovate and design provision from first principles.
• Shape a department entirely around your vision and academic values.
• Play a central role in recruiting, shaping, and mentoring a future team.
• Work within a supportive, research-informed environment focused on academic excellence.
• Benefit from opportunities for rapid professional growth as the school expands.
• Contribute to building a culture of scholarship, curiosity, and intellectual ambition.

Our Trust was formed more than 25 years ago with a simple and clear mission - to transform educational performance in all of our communities. Working in some of the most challenging contexts, we improve our students' achievements by making long term commitments to the community and championing new approaches to improve the life chances for young people., Be the difference
- At Brooke Weston Trust we believe every child deserves the best possible start, giving them a "ticket for life." If you want to use your skills with an organisation committed to making a difference and improving lives, this is the place for you

Wisbech Academy is part of Brooke Weston Trust, which offers one of the most extensive and well-structured professional development programmes in the region.

Through the Trust's Centre for Professional Development, colleagues benefit from:

• A comprehensive CPD programme across curriculum, safeguarding, behaviour, SEND, leadership development, and governance
• High-quality training delivered by senior leaders across the Trust, alongside nationally recognised experts, Ofsted inspectors, DfE-affiliated consultants, and specialist outreach providers
• Access to purpose-built professional learning facilities, including the CPD Centre (home of the Northamptonshire Teaching School Hub) and the Primary Training Hub at Oakley Vale Primary School
• A wide range of…