Assistant Headteacher/Teacher of Science

Apply here: https://www.arbouracademy.uk/information/vacancies/

Arbour Academy (Initial base at Arbour Academy. Location formally reviewed after 6 months and may transfer to Acer Academy, Salford.)

Inspire Curiosity. Lead Excellence. Transform Futures.

Arbour Academy, part of Kings Academy Trust, is a small, nurturing provision for up to 50 learners with social, emotional and mental health needs who are unable to access mainstream education.

We provide a broad and balanced curriculum within a trauma-informed, therapeutic environment. Our holistic approach including pastoral care, therapeutic interventions and access to a Trust counsellor enables young people to re-engage with education, rebuild confidence and make meaningful academic and personal progress.

We are now seeking an exceptional Assistant Head Teacher Teaching & Learning (Science Lead) to join our senior leadership team.

The Opportunity

This is a pivotal leadership role for an ambitious Science specialist who believes in the power of their subject to unlock curiosity, resilience and aspiration.

You will:

• Lead and model outstanding teaching and learning across the school
• Drive high-quality Science provision that engages vulnerable learners
• Strengthen curriculum design, implementation and assessment
• Coach and develop colleagues to improve classroom practice
• Play a key role in whole-school improvement strategy
• Alongside your strategic responsibilities, you will teach Science, modelling adaptive, inclusive and evidence-informed practice that supports pupils with SEMH and EBSA needs.

This post offers the opportunity to shape Science as a vehicle for engagement, academic progress and preparation for adulthood within a specialist setting.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Teaching & Learning Leadership

• Monitor and evaluate teaching and learning across the curriculum
• Deliver high-impact coaching and developmental feedback
• Support subject leaders to ensure ambitious and coherent curriculum implementation
• Lead on raising standards in classroom practice
• Science Leadership
• Deliver engaging, high-quality Science lessons
• Ensure sequencing, progression and challenge within the Science curriculum
• Use assessment effectively to identify gaps and accelerate progress
• Champion practical, enquiry-led and real-world learning experiences

Curriculum & Assessment

• Strengthen inclusive curriculum design across subjects
• Embed literacy, numeracy and personal development within learning
• Develop effective assessment systems suitable for pupils with SEND
• Lead targeted interventions to address gaps in attainment

Inclusion & Adaptive Practice

• Work closely with the SENCo to embed adaptive teaching strategies
• Promote consistent use of scaffolding, modelling, chunking and visual supports
• Ensure barriers to learning are proactively addressed

Leadership & School Development

• Line manage and develop staff
• Contribute to CPD aligned with school priorities
• Support behaviour, safeguarding and positive engagement
• Contribute to leadership meetings and Trust-wide collaboration

About You

You are an experienced and reflective Science specialist who:

• Is a qualified teacher with a relevant degree
• Has experience working with pupils with SEMH and EBSA
• Has successfully improved teaching and learning across a school or department
• Is confident using assessment and data to drive progress
• Is an effective coach and developer of staff
• Demonstrates emotional intelligence, resilience and strong relational practice
• Is committed to evidence-informed practice and continuous professional growth

Desirable:

• Experience within a Trust or multi-school context
• Willingness to pursue further leadership qualifications (e.g. NPQ)
  
  

Why Join Arbour Academy?

• Small school environment with strong pastoral systems
• Trauma-informed, therapeutic approach
• Opportunity to shape Science provision strategically
• Visible and supportive senior leadership team
• Part of Kings Academy Trust collaborative and values-driven

This is a rare opportunity for a Science leader to make a profound difference in a specialist setting where relationships, inclusion and academic ambition go hand in hand.

Further Information & Application Details

For further information, please contact:

Mrs Colette Heavey

Executive School Business Manager
01925 452010
colette.heavey@tkas.org.uk

Application forms should be emailed to:
recruitment@tkas.org.uk

Key Dates

Closing date: 12 noon, Friday 20th March 2026
Interviews: Week commencing Monday 23rd March 2026
Start date: ASAP

Safeguarding

Kings Academy Trust and Arbour Academy are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, online search checks and other pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.