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Assistant Director of Learning (KS4 Lead Science)

Abbeyfield School · Northampton · West Northamptonshire

Job description

Are you an ambitious Science teacher ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? Do you have the expertise and drive to raise achievement and inspire both students and colleagues? Join Abbeyfield School as our Assistant Director of Learning for Science (KS4 Lead) and play a key role in delivering exceptional outcomes for young people.

About You:

As Assistant Director of Learning for Science (KS4 Lead), you will be an ambitious and highly effective teacher with a genuine passion for improving outcomes for young people. You will bring a strong track record of delivering excellent Science teaching and securing positive examination results, alongside the drive to support strategic leadership within the department. Confident in using data to identify priorities and inform intervention strategies, you will be committed to raising attainment and ensuring every student reaches their potential. You will have excellent subject knowledge, a clear understanding of curriculum and assessment requirements, and the ability to support colleagues to continuously enhance teaching and learning. Just as importantly, you will be a collaborative and supportive team player who builds positive relationships with students, staff and families, promotes high expectations, and shares our commitment to creating an engaging, inclusive and aspirational learning environment.

Our Ideal candidate will have:

  • Outstanding Practice: Qualified Teacher Status and a strong record of delivering excellent teaching and examination outcomes in Science.
  • Data-Driven Leadership: Experience using assessment, tracking and performance data to raise standards and improve student progress.
  • Curriculum Expertise: Deep knowledge of the Science curriculum and assessment requirements, with the ability to lead curriculum development and improvement.
  • People Skills: Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to motivate colleagues, engage students and work effectively with families.


Benefits

TLR 2

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About this school

Abbeyfield School

Academy sponsor led · Secondary · Ages 11–18

Not rated
Pupils
1,358
Avg teacher salary
£42,833
Pupil:teacher ratio
21.9:1
Academy trust
CREATIVE EDUCATION TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Northampton, West Northamptonshire, NN4 8BU

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Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
21 October 2026
Closing date
2 November 2026

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