Job title: Lead Practitioner for Science
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Secondary
Functional Expertise: Head of Department / Middle Leader
Salary type: Annual
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Bushey, Hertordshire
Job published: 23-03-2026
Job ID: 117463

Job Description

Lead Practitioner of Science – Bushey, Hertfordshire – September 2026 Start

An ambitious and rapidly improving secondary school in Bushey, Hertfordshire is seeking an exceptional Lead Practitioner of Science to drive teaching excellence and curriculum development. This 11–18 setting is built on high expectations, disruption-free learning and a knowledge-rich curriculum, offering an exciting platform for a skilled Lead Practitioner of Science to influence whole-school practice and outcomes.

Lead Practitioner of Science – Bushey, Hertfordshire

  • Leadership pay scale (£60,000+), providing excellent progression for a Lead Practitioner of Science
  • Extensive CPD and bespoke leadership development, including instructional coaching and trust-wide collaboration
  • Opportunity to shape teaching and learning across the department as a Lead Practitioner of Science
  • Centrally resourced curriculum, reducing planning workload and enabling a focus on high-quality delivery
  • Strong staff wellbeing offer, including employee benefits platform, wellbeing support and healthcare access
  • Two-week October half term and a forward-thinking approach to workload
  • Access to a wider network of schools, sharing best practice and career opportunities

The Role – Lead Practitioner of Science

  • Lead and model outstanding classroom practice as a Lead Practitioner of Science
  • Coach and mentor teachers, including ECTs, to improve pedagogy and student outcomes
  • Contribute to a rigorous, knowledge-rich curriculum and its ongoing development
  • Use data effectively to identify gaps and drive progress across the department
  • Lead professional development and support whole-school teaching and learning priorities
  • Maintain high expectations of behaviour and achievement in Bushey, Hertfordshire

The Ideal Lead Practitioner of Science

  • An experienced Lead Practitioner of Science or outstanding Science Teacher ready for leadership
  • Proven track record of raising attainment and improving teaching standards
  • Strong understanding of curriculum design and evidence-informed practice
  • Skilled in coaching, mentoring and developing colleagues
  • Committed to high expectations and continuous improvement in Bushey, Hertfordshire

This is a unique opportunity for a Lead Practitioner of Science to take on a high-impact leadership role within a supportive and ambitious school in Bushey, Hertfordshire.

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Lead Practitioner | Bushey, Hertfordshire