Head of Science

Robert Barclay Academy is part of Scholars' Education Trust. We are seeking to appoint a hardworking, ambitious and dynamic teacher to be Head of Science, who is able to continue our journey to excellence.

You will be an outstanding practitioner with the desire, energy and drive to further improve standards of achievement and ensure teaching is of the highest quality across all key stages.

This is a very exciting time to join a dynamic team of staff who are all committed to the continued progression the school is making. In March 2023, Ofsted judged the school to be 'Good' in all areas. As part of this Ofsted inspection, the parents were effervescent of their praise for the school (Ofsted Parent View).

As a member of the Scholars Education Trust, you will benefit from the many opportunities to collaborate with Heads of Science leaders from other schools in the Trust and work with our Trust Science `Leaders of Education'. As part of a very successful and highly regarded Trust, we offer an innovative induction programme and professional development programme both at RBA and across the Trust, recognising that our staff are the key to our success. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and forward-looking individual, and we welcome your application

The Academy is part of Scholars' Education Trust creating a formal link with Sir John Lawes School (OFSTED Outstanding).

If you are interested in joining us at this exciting time, please click Quick Apply and complete the online application form.

Alternatively, please see our website for further details: or contact HR at or on

Closing date: 9.00am on Monday 25 March 2024

Interviews: TBC

We reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.

Diversity: The Scholars' Education Trust is fully committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. We want to attract and retain the very best staff in all areas of the trust, ensuring our staff body reflects the diversity of our students and local community.

RBA is also committed to becoming an anti-racist organisation. In our relentless efforts to be an anti-racist organisation, we recognise the negative impacts of under representation and lack of diversity in our organisation, our education system and in all aspects of our society. To help us meet our high standards and aspirations of a fully diverse and inclusive workplace, we strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply and to join us.

Scholars' Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.