Leader of Progression in Science (Years 7–9)

Teacher of Science (Physics or Biology specialist preferably)  

CONTRACT:              Permanent 

SALARY:                    MPR – UPR + TLR 2b

START:                      1^st January 2026

Would you like to teach SCIENCE to students (11-18) with OUTSTANDING BEHAVIOUR and ATTITUDES?

WOOD GREEN ACADEMY is seeking to appoint a dynamic, committed, and well-qualified teacher of Science (Biology or Physics preferably) to take on the Leadership of Progression in Science ( years 7-9)

As an academy, we are over-subscribed and consistently achieve some of the highest results in Sandwell. In February 2020 the school was judged by OFSTED to be GOOD. We are extremely proud of being one of few secondary schools in the country to have been graded as outstanding for behaviour and attitudes. This standard was maintained in our recent OFSTED inspection of April 2025.

We have an excellent location being less than 15 miles from the centre of Birmingham whilst having excellent national links via both the M5 and the M6.

As an enthusiastic and committed leader, you would join a welcoming, highly trained, and very supportive Science department.  The department is led by the Head of Science who is supported by the Head of Chemistry, the Head of Physics and the Leader of progression in Science. The department has also great experience in successfully mentoring both ITT trainees and ECTs.

Successful candidates will be:

• – Highly motivated and passionate about providing all students with the very best educational opportunities.
• – Believe in the importance of excellent teaching in Science and can inspire students
• – Committed to further developing their teaching and professional skills
• – A skilled leader who will continually improve the experience and learning of our yr 7 to 9 students in Science.

In return, successful candidates can expect to work with enthusiastic and well-behaved students who have a genuine desire to learn, to work with specialist colleagues who are friendly and supportive, and to be part of a school which values its staff and offers ample opportunities for professional development and advancement. Experienced teachers, ECTs (year 2) are all encouraged to apply.

Additional information and the Application Pack is available on the school’s website. https://www.woodgreenacademy.co.uk/vacancies/

A completed application form and supporting letter (no more than 1 side of A4) can be emailed to Recruitment@woodgreenacademy.co.uk with Application for Leader of Progression in Science given as the subject.

Closing date:                        9am Monday 13^th October 2025

Interview/s:                         Interviews will be held w/c 20^th October 2025

If you would like to discuss anything or visit the school please contact:

Mrs S Valmalette-Wright – A. Headteacher i/c of Teacher Recruitment, ITT, ECF and Career Development:  Sylvaine.Valmalette@woodgreenacademy.co.uk

 This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All shortlisted applications will be subject to Safeguarding checks, including online searches as part of due diligence checks, and the successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS checks included children’s barred list and right to work in the UK regulations.

 This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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