Guilsborough Academy is a high‑performing and welcoming school, set within the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside and just minutes from the M1/M6/A14. As part of Guilsborough Multi Academy Trust, we offer an outstanding professional development entitlement, excellent facilities, and a supportive, collaborative culture.

We are seeking an inspirational and strategic leader to take our Science faculty into its next exciting phase of development. Our department consistently achieves outcomes above national averages across the full suite of qualifications—including Separate Sciences, Combined Science, Applied Science and A‑Level Biology, Chemistry and Physics—reflecting a dedicated, innovative and highly skilled team.

The Role

As Director of Science, you will:

• Lead a dynamic and forward‑thinking faculty with a commitment to excellence.
• Shape and deliver a compelling vision for Science across Key Stages 3–5.
• Drive curriculum innovation, assessment strategy and high‑quality teaching and learning.
• Support and develop staff, fostering a culture of professional growth and reflective practice.
• Ensure every student achieves highly, regardless of their starting point.

The Successful Candidate

You will:

• Be an exceptional practitioner with a strong track record of leadership within Science.
• Understand the opportunities and challenges presented by curriculum and assessment reform.
• Bring energy, integrity and a passion for empowering both staff and students.
• Lead with ambition, high expectations and a commitment to inclusive excellence.

Are you intrigued? Do you have the drive and determination to contribute to the further wider development of our Academy?  Do you want to work for an organisation that has the wellbeing of staff and students at its heart, alongside fantastic new employee benefits?  If so, we would be delighted to hear from you.  

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To come and see us in action, please contact our HR team to arrange a suitable time on hr@guilsborough.northants.sch.uk or 01604 740641.