Subject Leader Science - Full-time

Tonbridge Grammar School, Tonbridge

• Ref:KCC886-5443-329T
• Posted:27/01/2026
• Pay:MPS to UPS depending on experience, plus TLR1b
• Start Date:September 2026
• App Close Date:23/02/2026 at 09:00
• Interviews:3 March 2026

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Subject Leader of Science 

Start date: September 2026 
Salary: MPS/UPS, plus TLR1b 
Contract: Full‑time, permanent 
Location: Tonbridge Grammar School, Kent 
 
We are seeking an inspiring individual to lead our Science department—an environment where academic excellence, high student demand, and a culture of curiosity shape every lesson. Whether you are an experienced middle leader or someone ready to demonstrate leadership potential, you will bring a passion for engaging highly motivated learners and thrive in our supportive, intellectually stimulating community. 

From September 2026, new Year 12 students will follow A Level courses, with Science consistently among the most popular subjects in the Sixth Form. Year 13 students will continue in the second year of the IBDP. Many of our students progress to Science and Medicine‑related degrees, supported throughout their application journey to achieve excellent outcomes. At GCSE, all students study the three separate Sciences, and our Years 7–9 curriculum - delivered through the Middle Years Programme - promotes deep understanding through collaborative inquiry. You will be joining a dedicated and collegiate team committed to high‑quality teaching and deep scientific understanding. 

We offer an extensive CPD programme, leadership development opportunities, and robust support for staff wellbeing. 

Tonbridge Grammar School is an outstanding, high‑performing state grammar school with a mixed Sixth Form and a vibrant, ambitious student body. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. 

Apply now to join a forward‑thinking Science department in a community where every member is valued and supported to succeed. 

Please apply via MyNewTerm. Unfortunately we are unable to accept CVs.    

Closing date for applications: 09:00 Monday 23 February 2026 

Interviews: 3 March 2026 2026 

Tonbridge Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education legislation. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. We reserve the right to interview before the closing date. 

Information about the school

Tonbridge Grammar School is a high performing state grammar school in Kent. Educating girls aged 11 to 16 years and with a co-ed sixth form, TGS regularly features in listings of the top ranked schools in the South East and the UK.   In our most recent Ofsted inspection in 2024, inspectors judged that Tonbridge Grammar School maintained the standards identified in their 2019 inspection; ‘outstanding for overall effectiveness’. We have a vibrant enrichment programme and wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do. There is a real sense of community with staff, students and parents/carers working together.

As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students and consistently work to remove any barriers to progress and believe in fulfilling the Public Sector Equality Duty (PSED) outlined in The Equality Act 2010. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Holly O'Neill
• Address:Deakin Leas, Tonbridge, Kent, TN9 2JR
• Telephone: 01732 365125
• Email: personnel@tgs.kent.sch.uk

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