About The Role Location: Highgate, Birmingham Salary: Ark main teaching or upper pay scales (£33,739 - £53,094), plus TLR2a Contract: Permanent Start date: September 2026 We are seeking a committed and inspiring Head of Key Stage 3 Science to help lead a high performing Science department and drive exceptional outcomes for pupil. About the role: In this role, you will shape and deliver an ambitious curriculum, model outstanding teaching, and use data intelligently to secure rapid progress across Key Stage 3. This is a chance to make a significant impact on pupils'' lives, contributing to a community committed to academic excellence and personal development. What We''re Looking For: Strong classroom practitioner with excellent subject knowledge and consistently high quality teaching. Proven impact on pupil progress and experience raising attainment across different groups. High expectations for behaviour, consistency and accountability, ensuring excellent learning in every lesson. Strong communication, organisation and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and motivate. Resilience, optimism and drive, with a commitment to ongoing professional development. Alignment to our ethos and a genuine belief in every pupil''s potential to excel. Qualified Teacher Status and the right to work in the UK Benefits Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale. Generous pension scheme. Access to Ark rewards - a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers ..... full job details .....