Deputy Head Of Science at Roundhay School

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  Job Reference #
EDV/2026/RS/25492
  Location
Gledhow Lane, Roundhay, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS8 1ND
  Contract Type
Permanent
  Contract Term
Full-Time
  Salary
£32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual)
MPS/UPR + TLR2C ( £8,611 p.a.)
  Closing Date
11:59pm, 1st Feb 2026
  Start Date
September 2026
  Positions Available
1
   Positions Available        1
  Interview Date(s)
12/02/2026 (provisional)
   Interview Date(s)           12/02/2026 (provisional)
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About this Role

Deputy Head Of Science


We are loo
king to recruit an inspirational, dedicated, innovative and ambitious Deputy Head Of Science to join our fantastic school.  The successful candidate will work alongside our Director of Science to ensure all pupils make excellent progress, demonstrate the highest standards of behaviour and receive a world class educational experience. You will be willing to do ‘whatever it takes’ to ensure our pupils/students reach their full potential.


We are incredibly proud, as a truly comprehensive school which reflects the cosmopolitan make up of Leeds, to be recognised by Ofsted as an 'outstanding school'. We would encourage you to view our most recent Ofsted report from November 2023 which is available on our website.


'Leaders act with a relentless moral purpose. They are committed to supporting every pupil and member of the staff team. They actively seek ways to manage staff workload and well-being. Staff are proud to work at this exceptional school'
Ofsted.


'Pupils thrive academically, and personally, at Roundhay School. Staff know each pupil individually. They work tirelessly to provide exceptional support. Pupils enjoy attending school. Attendance is high. Pupils learn effectively across the whole school. They consistently achieve highly in external exams and tests.
Ofsted.


- We are officially designated as a ‘World Class School’.

- We inspire and support our pupils to reach their potential - we have academic results above national averages across all key stages.

- We encourage and in return have excellent standards of pupil behaviour across the school.

- We have positive relationships at all levels of the organisation.

- We place a real emphasis on supporting and developing staff - we value the contribution of all our staff.

- We are the most oversubscribed school in the region.

- We are a Red Kite Teaching School Alliance strategic partner - one of the largest school-based providers of teacher training in the region.


Please apply early! We reserve the right to invite candidates to interview prior to the closing date and/or close this vacancy at any time. 


We value diversity and are keen to have a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.


Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers, visitors and contractors to share this commitment. All employment offers will be subject to pre-employment checks including references, an enhanced DBS check, online search and other relevant checks in line with statutory guidance. 


For further details, please see the job pack or contact us at recruitment@roundhayschool.com where we would be delighted to help you.


We are RESPONSIBLE, we are RESILIENT, we are READY TO LEARN, we are ROUNDHAY. 


Contact Details

  Recruitment Team
  01133931200
  recruitment@roundhayschool.com

Roundhay School would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:

  1. Please evidence below how you have the KNOWLEDGE (including relevant qualifications/training) outlined in the Person Specification (see Job Pack), gained either through work, education, home or voluntary activities
  2. Please evidence below how you have the EXPERIENCE outlined in the Person Specification (see Job Pack), gained either through work, education, home or voluntary activities
  3. Please evidence below how you have the SKILLS outlined in the Person Specification (see Job Pack), gained either through work, education, home or voluntary activities
  4. Additional Information – Please show how you meet any additional requirements on the Person Specification and use this section if there is any other information you wish to add in support of your application.

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