Role: Senior Teacher – Head of Science Contract: Full time Location: W3 Chiswick Main Purpose * Lead the Science across the school, driving high standards of teaching and learning across all key stages. * Take a key role in school leadership as a senior teacher, contributing to the wider development of Eagle Park Independent School. * Teach Science classes, ensuring high-quality, inclusive education for all pupils. * Demonstrate expertise and provide support as an experienced SEN teacher, specialising in Autism and Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN). Key Responsibilities * Provide strategic leadership for the Science curriculum, assessment, and pedagogy. * Deliver outstanding classroom teaching, adapting approaches for pupils with SEN, specifically those with Autism and SLCN. * Work closely with other staff to support inclusive practice across the school. * Monitor pupil progress and implement effective interventions to maximise achievement. * Contribute to whole-school improvement planning and policy development. * Ensure effective communication with parents/carers and external agencies. * Uphold the school’s safeguarding policies and promote the welfare of all pupils. * Model high expectations and positive relationships across the school community. Person Specification Qualifications and training * Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) * Evidence of ongoing professional development relevant to Science and/or SEN * Additional qualifications in SEN (desirable) Experience * Successful experience teaching Science across the relevant key stages * Experience as a subject or department lead (desirable) * Proven track record supporting pupils with Autism and SLCN * Experience of working in an SEN or inclusive school environment Skills and knowledge * Strong knowledge of Science curriculum and assessment frameworks * Excellent understanding of strategies for supporting pupils with Autism and SLCN * Outstanding classroom practitioner, able to adapt teaching to meet diverse needs * Ability to lead, motivate, and develop staff * Excellent communication and organisational skills * Knowledge of safeguarding requirements and procedures Personal qualities * High expectations for all pupils and a commitment to inclusive education * Ability to work collaboratively and build effective relationships with pupils, staff, and families * Resilient, reflective, and solution-focused * Commitment to the ethos and values of Eagle Park Independent School * Ability to prioritise, work under pressure, and maintain confidentiality Closing date: 6th April 2026 Safeguarding Eagle Park School committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory completion of safeguarding checks. Eagle Park School committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil