Assistant Curriculum Leader of Science at North Cambridge Academy

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/NCA/80959

Location

Arbury Road, Kings Hedges, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 2JF

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

MPS/UPS plus TLR 2.1

Closing Date

9:00am, Mon 13th Apr, 2026

Start Date

September 2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

Shortly after this adverts is closed.

Interview Date(s) Shortly after this adverts is closed.

About this Role

Assistant Curriculum Leader of Science

Job overview

Salary: MPS/UPS plus TLR 2.1

Hours: Core school hours

We have an exciting and unique opportunity for an inspirational and ambitious individual to join our Science team as Assistant Curriculum Leader. The successful candidate will be an experienced qualified teacher with strong subject knowledge and a passion for teaching and learning. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the Curriculum Leader of Science, contributing to the strategic planning and development, while providing valuable support and guidance to the subject team.

At North Cambridge Academy, we place a high value on both our students and our staff. The Academy has demonstrated consistent improvement and sustained growth year on year, reflecting our commitment to excellence in education. Your commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment will be instrumental in promoting a culture of continuos improvement and ensure high standards of teaching are met at all times.

The opportunity

Provide valuable and professional support to the Curriculum Leader on the delivery of specific subject knowledge.
Assist performance management of subject teachers and provide professional development support where required.
Ensure all curriculum changes are communicated effectively.
Monitor and evaluate the progression of students and ensure they are appropriately taught and prepared for all external examinations.

The ideal candidate

Has qualified teacher status and good educational background.
Excellent classroom practitioner and ability to build strong, meaningful relationships with students and colleagues alike.
Experience of providing subject knowledge to students and teachers.
Possess outstanding communication skills and personal integrity.

About North Cambridge Academy

North Cambridge Academy opened in 2013. We are located in Cambridge and we are a growing school at the heart of its diverse community. North Cambridge Academy values are to ensure that every child is Hardworking, Ambitious, Creative, Confident and Kind. The school’s purpose is to ensure every child is known and valued, and that every child is supported to achieve in all areas at the highest level to empower every child to become a successful and confident learner.

Our school has been categorised as ‘Good’ by Ofsted since 2015 and holds the Learning Outside the Classroom Gold Award, Gold Schools Games Mark and the International School Award. Ofsted cited that pupils confirmed that the school’s pledges are at the heart of what makes North Cambridge Academy unique. Pupils at the school said that they feel safe, and they reported that they could talk to any member of staff if they had a concern. For more information about North Cambridge Academy please click here

About Meridian Trust

Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire.

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to -

Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
Cycle to work scheme
Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme
Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
Free on-site parking
Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays

To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/.

For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below.

Closing date for applications: Monday 13th April - 9am

Interview date: Shortly after this advert is closed.

Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that a suitable candidate is sourced. Applications will be reviewed as received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.