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Science Lead Practitioner Opportunity – Progressive Secondary Academy in Bristol

A progressive, high-performing secondary academy in Bristol is seeking an ambitious Lead Practitioner of Science to drive practical inquiry, required practical compliance, and A-Level STEM outcomes on a full-time, permanent basis starting in January.

Job Overview

This role combines expert classroom delivery across Biology, Chemistry, or Physics with strategic leadership in faculty pedagogy. The successful candidate will model evidence-based teaching strategies, mentor early-career teachers, lead whole-department moderation, and ensure CLEAPSS safety excellence across all laboratories.

Working alongside senior leadership and the Head of Science, you will refine curriculum sequencing, elevate quantitative problem-solving frameworks, and coach non-specialists delivering key stage modules. This is a full-time, permanent contract.

Key Responsibilities

  • Model exemplary practical and theoretical Science teaching across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE Combined & Separate Science), and Key Stage 5 (A-Level)

  • Lead whole-department coaching, peer lesson observations, and professional development workshops on STEM pedagogy

  • Audit and refine science schemes of work, ensuring seamless progression in required practicals and quantitative skills

  • Oversee CLEAPSS health and safety compliance and practical equipment usage across all laboratories and prep rooms

  • Analyze student performance metrics across mock exams to implement targeted academic interventions

  • Coordinate university STEM outreach, scientific competitions, and Oxbridge/Medicine application preparation

Role Overview & Specifications

  • Start Date: January

  • Contract Type: Full-time, permanent contract

  • Location: Bristol, South West

  • Salary / Pay Rate: Lead Practitioner Scale (LP1–LP5 equivalent)

  • Key Curriculum: AQA / Edexcel Science

Candidate Requirements

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with an honors degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field

  • Proven track record of consistently outstanding classroom teaching and top-tier GCSE and A-Level outcomes

  • Experience in peer coaching, staff development, CLEAPSS safety management, or subject leadership

  • Deep practical laboratory expertise and strong quantitative explanation skills

  • An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

How to Apply: Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this Lead Practitioner position in Bristol for a January start.

Location
Redland, Bristol

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Science Lead Practitioner Opportunity – Progressive Secondary Academy in Bristol

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