This is a truly exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and ambitious Science teaching specialist to assist the Curriculum Leader to lead the Science department at The Mirfield Free Grammar, part of Great Heights Academy Trust. You will be instrumental in inspiring and motivating our students. You will play a key role in helping to drive the Academy forward, raising standards and creating outstanding life chances for students.

We are looking for a Lead Teacher of Science who has the commitment, passion, and resilience to make a difference to young peoples’ lives. We are looking for someone who wants to inspire, who is committed to developing students; someone who is excited by learning and has a desire to develop a career within an ambitious Multi-Academy Trust. The successful candidate will be highly motivated and driven by the desire to deliver outstanding Teaching and Learning. 

Previous experience of leading a subject is not essential, we are seeking candidates who want to take the next step in their career and contribute to further develop our curriculum offer to ensure excellent outcomes for all learners across the school.

In return you will work with a progressive and forward thinking Multi Academy Trust where there are opportunities for development and career progression. Great Heights Academy Trust is a growing multi-academy trust with nine schools in the West Yorkshire area with plans to further expand. In addition, we are home to a SCITT, Research School and an English Hub.

As standard, we offer ongoing Continuous Professional Development covering all aspects of teaching, learning and leadership, preparing you for the next phase of your career. We are confident that new teachers joining our school will feel welcomed from the moment they start their journey with us, and we absolutely encourage prospective applicants to visit our school prior to applying if they wish.