We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head of KS4 Science to lead the development and delivery of the Key Stage 4 Science curriculum. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated teacher to inspire students, support academic excellence, and drive progress across GCSE Science. 

Uplands Academy is based in Wadhurst, East Sussex, an area of outstanding natural beauty and is close to Royal Tunbridge Wells.  Wadhurst is commutable from places such as Brighton, Hastings, Eastbourne and Lewes.   

In September 2022, Beacon Academy, together with Uplands Academy in Wadhurst, became a member of the MARK Education Trust (formally Beacon Community College Academy Trust). The acronym, MARK, was selected because staff who work in the Trust are motivated, ambitious, resourceful, and knowledgeable. This partnership provides many exciting opportunities for professional development, and the sharing of good practice across the two schools. 

Our staff have high expectations, are ambitious for our students, and they know them well – there are approximately 800 students across Years 7-13 (7-11 from September 2025).  We pride ourselves on our rigorous focus on the child as a unique individual, including our most disadvantaged and those with SEND.  We ensure that the lessons our students receive are effectively adapted and inclusive, enabling them to be actively engaged in their learning.  We want our children to be happy, successful, and confident by providing the best possible education for all our students. We want to be an exceptional educational establishment for our community and at Uplands Academy, we are proud of the excellent relationships between our staff and our students and of the experienced, loyal, highly skilled and highly-effective team of staff that teach here.  

MARK Education Trust is committed to the development of both its staff and students. 

The deadline for applications is 10am Tuesday 22nd April 2025

For further details, please contact the Human Resources department on 01892 782135 or email cburgess@uplands-academy.org. Please be advised that we do not accept curriculum vitae.  

All posts are subject to DBS enhanced clearance, health checks and satisfactory references. Uplands Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

NB: we advise applying promptly for this post as we reserve the right to close and interview early if sufficient suitable applications have been received.