Second in Charge of Science

Sir Herbert Leon Academy; Tendring; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Tendring is seeking a dynamic Second in Science to join their team. This part-time role focuses on supporting the leadership and delivery of Science at Key Stage 4 with an anticipated start in February 2026. The successful candidate will help lead curriculum planning and ensure high standards of teaching, striving to make a positive impact on students' outcomes, especially for disadvantaged learners. The position provides opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team.

Benefits

Career development and training

Generous benefits including pension and healthcare

Lifestyle perks such as gym memberships

Qualifications

• Outstanding classroom teacher with QTS.
• Experience teaching Science at Key Stage 4.
• Ability to develop a positive departmental culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead the science department and support delivery.
• Develop colleagues through coaching and monitoring.
• Take strategic responsibility for KS4 Science.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge

Classroom management

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Posted on: 12/01/2026 – Application Deadline: 02/02/2026

Pathfields Road
Clacton on Sea, Essex, CO15 3JL
United Kingdom

Part Time (4 days per week, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday), Fixed term until December 2026

February 2026 Start

We are seeking to appoint an ambitious, high performing Second in Science to support the leadership and delivery of Science at Lift Clacton, with a particular focus on Key Stage 4. This role is ideal for an excellent practitioner who is ready to take the next step in their career and make a tangible impact on teaching quality, curriculum delivery and GCSE outcomes.

Working closely with the Head of Subject, you will play a key role in leading the department, developing colleagues through coaching, monitoring and ensuring consistently high standards of teaching, learning and assessment. You will take strategic responsibility for KS4 Science, including curriculum planning, assessment design, intervention strategies and examination preparation, securing strong outcomes for all students, particularly disadvantaged learners.

The successful candidate will be an outstanding classroom teacher with QTS, strong subject knowledge and proven experience of teaching Science at KS4. You will help shape a positive departmental culture, promote high expectations for behaviour and learning, and contribute to whole school priorities around inclusion, literacy and closing the achievement gap. This is a varied and rewarding opportunity for someone committed to collaboration, professional growth and making a measurable difference.

About Lift Clacton

Lift Clacton is a rapidly improving school at the heart of the community and recently achieved ‘Good’ (June 2024). The school has experienced significant growth and improvement with student numbers now over 1,500. We are committed to providing every child with an excellent education not as a privilege, but as a right. We maintain high expectations, foster a positive school culture, and offer clear teaching and learning practices coupled with a supportive senior leadership team.

To arrange a school visit or to find out more about the role, please contact Saran Vijay, our School Operations Manager on [e-mail]

Closing date: 1st February 2026

Who is Lift Schools?

We’re a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they’ve ever had.

We offer you:

• Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
  • Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part‑time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.