Academy Transformation Trust
Head of Faculty for Science EDV/2026/PHA/26578
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Head of Faculty for Science EDV/2026/PHA/26578
Head of Faculty for Science
Salary MPS/UPS £32,916 – £51,048 TLR – £10,174
Awarded September 1, 2026 or January 1, 2027
Are you passionate about delivering exceptional education? Do you believe that education transforms lives?
Pool Hayes Academy seeks a dynamic and charismatic Head of Faculty for Science to enhance our established Science department and colleagues, ensuring students’ success in a fast-growing, high-achieving academy.
About the Role
Core Responsibilities
As the Head of Faculty for Science, you will:
- Lead, support, enrich and further strengthen Pool Hayes Academy’s well-established Science department.
- Collaborate closely with Leadership Team members and colleagues to maintain our outstanding culture of student achievement.
- Drive student attainment, progress, and development in all areas of the faculty.
- Set curricular objectives, ensure their successful implementation, and empower other educators.
- Cultivate a progressive, high-achieving Culture where every student achieves their full potential.
You will succeed in this role if you demonstrate:
- Exceptional leadership and innovation – a proactive thinker committed to continuous improvement.
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills – able to build cooperation and trust among staff and students.
- A proven record of inspiring students to achieve beyond expectations.
- A visionary approach to school leadership – guided by a commitment to fostering clarity, purpose, and ambition.
Key Commitments
- Lead the Science faculty towards even greater success.
- Hold colleagues accountable for high standards with continued support.
- Ensure the curriculum is dynamic, aligned with student needs, and meets growth targets.
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Requirements
Personal Attributes
We are looking for someone with:
- Outstanding leadership, vision and creativity.
- Genuine passion for education and a passion for Science.
- A keen sense of optimism and tenacity.
- Excellence in both professional ethics and emotional intelligence.
Experience & Teaching Competencies
- Extensive science subject expertise, outstanding experience as a faculty leader.
- Prior school leadership success in Ofsted-rated or high-performing schools.
- A strong teaching portfolio with evidence of inspirational, student-focused practice.
- A learner-centric mindset.
Associated Certifications
- Desirable leadership qualifications or postgraduate studies (e.g. NPQ MTA).
- Experience with comprehensive Safeguarding practices and DBS clearance.
Why Pool Hayes Academy?
About Us
- We’ve grown rapidly over recent years, becoming a preferred choice for parents in the area.
- We are over-subscribed, striking a balance of excellent academic achievement alongside pastoral care.
- Ofsted-rated as Good (April 2022), with ambitions to maintain these standards or further improve.
Our Vision
- Our mission: No pupil will reach adulthood without direction – we help all students fulfill potential and achieve freedom in life choices.
- Recognising that education is empowerment, we aspire to help young people become confident, capable contributors to our community.
About Academy Transformation Trust (ATT)
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The academy is part of this leadership network, which is committed to enriching lives through education. Our 2030 Vision ensures:
- Pupils leave prepared to participate in society’s broader confidence.
- Staff are supported, developed, and empowered to succeed.
What You’ll Gain
- Broad professional development opportunities.
- A package including:
- Employee Benefits Programme
- Discounted retail/vouchers
- Cycle-to-work schemes & prime memberships
- Logbook refurbishment
- Free cinema tickets
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Gym memberships
Our Commitment to Values
- By joining the ATT community, you commit to enhancing history, scientific thinking, cultural studies, and artistic engagement with geography, empowering students to engage in society’s "Great Conversation".
- At Pool Hayes Academy, we rear every student as a confident contributor – regardless of their education journey’s starting point.
Supporting Students & Staff
Partnership & Trust Commitments
- A safeguarding priority; enhanced DBS checks (Booked before 07/2026).
- Open to all applicants, with flexible working arrangements available.
- Celebrate Diversity, Equality & Inclusion.
Final Steps
- Apply online by Thursday 9 July 2026 at 09:00am.
- Once preferred, interviews will be scheduled.
Ready to Make an Impact?
Demonstrate how your leadership can help Pool Hayes Academy continue its rise as a beacon for productivity, ambition, and achievement. Apply today and be part of our mission!
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