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Second in Department - Science

Consett Academy · Consett · County Durham

Job description

Second in Department - Science
Consett Academy
MPS/UPS + TLR2b

Are you an enthusiastic and ambitious Science teacher ready to take the next step in your career?

Consett Academy is looking for an inspirational Second in Department for Science to play a key role in supporting the leadership and development of our Science department. This is an exciting opportunity for an excellent classroom practitioner who is passionate about their subject, committed to raising achievement and keen to develop their leadership experience.

Working closely with the Head of Department, you will help shape the direction of Science across the academy, supporting high-quality teaching and learning and ensuring that every student is challenged and supported to achieve their best.

As Second in Department, you will:

  • Support the Head of Department in driving improvement and raising standards across Science.
  • Lead key areas of the curriculum and contribute to curriculum development.
  • Promote consistently high-quality teaching, learning and assessment.
  • Use student progress information effectively to identify priorities and support intervention.
  • Lead and support departmental CPD, sharing excellent practice with colleagues.
  • Contribute to monitoring, evaluation and quality assurance across the department.
  • Support colleagues to develop their practice and achieve the best possible outcomes for students.

We are looking for someone who is an excellent and enthusiastic Science teacher, with a strong track record of supporting student progress and achievement. You will be highly organised, collaborative and ambitious, with the ability to motivate both students and colleagues.

Whether you already have leadership experience or are an experienced teacher looking to take your next step, this role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your leadership skills and make a real impact within the Science department.

If you are passionate about Science, ambitious for young people and ready to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Please note that the Trust operates a four-month probationary period for all roles. The successful candidate will receive a comprehensive induction to support them during their probationary period.

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About this school

Consett Academy

Academy sponsor led · Secondary · Ages 11–18

Good
Pupils
1,491
Avg teacher salary
£50,274
Pupil:teacher ratio
16.2:1
Academy trust
CONNECT MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST

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

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Ofsted rating key

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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.

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Consett, County Durham, DH8 6LZ

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Salary
MPS - UPS & TLR2b
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
20 October 2026
Closing date
13 November 2026

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