Science Curriculum Team Leader
SCIENCE CURRICULUM TEAM LEADER
Contract Type: Full time / PermanentRequired for: September 2025
Salary: TLR1(2)
Closing Date for applications: 10am 10th March, 2025
Wallingford School is an oversubscribed, successful 11-18 school with enthusiastic students, supportive staff and excellent facilities. We are among the most successful schools in the country for progress in English and Maths. In 2024, 71% of our students achieved at least a Grade 4 in English and Maths at GCSE; 54% achieved at least a Grade 5 in English and Maths and 30% of all grades achieved were at Grade 7 or above.Vocational grades were similarly impressive, 78% of entries gained at least a Level 2 Pass and 22% at a Distinction or Distinction*.
This is a very happy and supportive environment, with great relationships throughout the school. We place an especially high value on the development of colleagues and have an extensive professional development programme. There are many opportunities for teachers to work collaboratively across the school.Within departments, and the school as a whole, there are often opportunities to take on roles of responsibility for those who are looking to develop their career. The successful applicant should expect to be very well supported in their professional development.
The Science department at Wallingford is one of the most talented and dedicated teams you will find anywhere. The department is ably supported by a team of committed technicians. Leading this team will be a rewarding role. Science has a record of significant success at all key stages.In 2024, 71% achieved at least two grade 4s in GCSE Double Award Science and 70% of all GCSE Triple Science grades were at 7+. KS5 performance continues to be very strong, with those students studying A Level Biology, Chemistry and Physics regularly making excellent progress.
Almost 60% of all grades were at least a B grade (Biology 49%, Chemistry 68% and Physics 64%). We also have a popular and successful vocational offer in BTEC Applied Science. In 2024 72% of the students gained a Distinction or Distinction* in this qualification.
Wallingford School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful candidates will be subject to the usual child protection vetting processes along with other relevant employment checks.
Further information and an application form can be found on our school website at www.wallingfordschool.com or telephone us on 01491 829802 or e-mail us at recruit@wallingfordschool.com