Director of Science at Kingsbury Green Academy

Job Reference: EDV/2026/KGA/22355

Job Category: Leadership | Head/2nd of Department or Curriculum

Location: White Horse Way, Calne, Wiltshire, SN11 8YH

Contract Type: Permanent

Contract Term: Full-Time

Salary: £59,137.00 - £65,278.00 Annually (Actual)

Leadership Scale L5-L9. Pay points shown are inclusive of the 3.5% 2026 Teachers' Pay Award.

Hours Per Week: Full time

Weeks Per Year: Full time

Closing Date: Midnight, Sun 8th Nov, 2026

Start Date: January 2027

Positions Available: 1

Interview Date(s): TBC

About this Role

Director of Science
Kingsbury Green Academy

Salary: Leadership Scale Point 5-9 (Pay points shown are inclusive of the 3.5% 2026 Teachers' Pay Award)
Actual Salary: £59,137-£65,278 (DOE)
Contract: Permanent, full time

Closing date: Midnight, 8th November 2026
Interview Date: TBC
Anticipated Start Date: January 2027

Job Overview

We are looking for an ambitious, inspirational and strategic leader to drive excellence across our Science faculty. You will be an outstanding classroom practitioner with a proven ability to improve outcomes, develop colleagues and lead curriculum innovation. Passionate about high-quality teaching and learning, you will have the vision, resilience and interpersonal skills to inspire both students and staff, ensuring every learner achieves their full potential. As a key member of our extended leadership team, you will play a significant role in shaping whole-school improvement and contributing to the continued success of our school.

Full details can be found in the recruitment pack.

Why choose us?

Kingsbury Green Academy, part of Ascend Learning Trust, is a forward-thinking and ambitious 11-18 academy set in a beautiful Wiltshire location. Rated Good by Ofsted, we are committed to high standards, personal development and preparing young people for successful futures.

At Ascend Learning Trust, our motto - Together we Belong, Believe, Become. - guides everything we do. We create a genuine sense of belonging and deliver a holistic, world-class education that opens doors for every young person, no matter their starting point. Our shared values of Compassion, Aspiration, Respect, Dedication and Integrity shape our culture and inspire us to provide unmissable education and limitless horizons.

When you join us, you become part of a supportive, ambitious community that invests in its people and develops high-calibre professionals. We foster kindness, inclusivity and high expectations, and we welcome colleagues who want to make a meaningful difference every day.

What We Offer

Health & Wellbeing

Free annual flu vaccines
Discounted gym memberships
24/7 counselling helpline
Annual Wellbeing Day
Generous holiday allowance
Flexible working solutions
Optional health and fitness schemes

Financial

Discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers
Excellent Pension Schemes, including 21.3% employer contributions for support staff
Cycle to Work and Tech Schemes

Career Progression

Instructional Coaching for teaching roles
Supportive performance development
Apprenticeship and training opportunities
Internal progression pathways
Recognition and long-service awards

Please note some allowances are only applicable on completion of a successful probation.

Please note if we receive sufficient applications, we may close this job role earlier.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. If you need adjustments to support your application, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01793 781485 or [email protected]

Safeguarding Statement

Safeguarding Statement

Kingsbury Green Academy, as part of Ascend Learning Trust, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Please note that this role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, which means that you are required to disclose any criminal convictions, cautions, warnings, or reprimands, even if they would normally be considered "spent" and a DBS check will be carried out before any employment commences.

In line with KCSIE 2026 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates' suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence.

References will be obtained before interview at shortlisting stage and may be used in the interview process. If previous employment has included working with children, then at least one referee must be from this employment regardless of whether this is the current or most recent employment. Any gaps in employment must be detailed and an explanation provided in the relevant section.

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We are looking for an ambitious, inspirational and strategic leader to drive excellence across our Science faculty. You will be an outstanding classroom practitioner with a proven ability to improve outcomes, develop colleagues and lead curriculum innovation. Passionate about high-quality teaching and learning, you will have the vision, resilience and interpersonal skills to inspire both students and staff, ensuring every learner achieves their full potential. As a key member of our extended leadership team, you will play a significant role in shaping whole-school improvement and contributing to the continued success of our school.

Kingsbury Green Academy, part of Ascend Learning Trust, is a forward-thinking and ambitious 11-18 academy set in a beautiful Wiltshire location. Rated Good by Ofsted, we are committed to high standards, personal development and preparing young people for successful futures. At Ascend Learning Trust, our motto - Together we Belong, Believe, Become.- guides everything we do. We create a genuine sense of belonging and deliver a holistic, world-class education that opens doors for every young person, no matter their starting point. Our shared values of Compassion, Aspiration, Respect, Dedication and Integrity shape our culture and inspire us to provide unmissable education and limitless horizons. When you join us, you become part of a supportive, ambitious community that invests in its people and develops high-calibre professionals. We foster kindness, inclusivity and high expectations, and we welcome colleagues who want to make a meaningful difference every day.

Free annual flu vaccines
Discounted gym memberships
24/7 counselling helpline
Annual Wellbeing Day
Generous holiday allowance
Flexible working solutions
Optional health and fitness schemes
Discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers
Excellent Pension Schemes, including 21.3% employer contributions for support staff
Cycle to Work and Tech Schemes
Instructional Coaching for teaching roles
Supportive performance development
Apprenticeship and training opportunities
Internal progression pathways
Recognition and long-service awards
Please note some allowances are only applicable on completion of a successful probation.

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