Bedminster Down School is seeking a dynamic and aspirational Curriculum Team Leader for Science to join our team. In this key leadership role, you will provide strategic direction for the science curriculum, ensuring the delivery of a broad, balanced, relevant and ambitious programme of study for all learners. You will be accountable for student achievement across science at all key stages, monitor and promote high standards of teaching and learning, and support the continual development of teaching practice within the department. The successful candidate will also serve as Trust Lead for Science, dedicating one day per fortnight to working collaboratively across the Trust to drive excellence in science education.
About Bedminster Down School
Bedminster Down School in South Bristol is a thriving and inclusive secondary school committed to high achievement and personal development. With a strong sense of community and a supportive learning environment, the school nurtures ambition, confidence, and creativity in all students.
Bedminster Down School is part of Futura Learning Partnership, giving colleagues the opportunity to work within their own distinctive school community while benefiting from the collaboration, shared expertise and professional connections of a wider trust.
About Futura Learning Partnership
Futura Learning Partnership is a growing, values-led multi-academy trust of 26 schools, serving more than 12,000 children and young people across five local authority areas in the South West of England. Our schools span education from nursery and primary through to secondary and post-16, supported by more than 1,700 colleagues.
Each of our schools has its own distinctive identity and deep roots in its local community, but no school works alone. Collaboration sits at the heart of Futura: schools share expertise, learn from one another and take collective responsibility for giving children and young people the best possible opportunities.
Together, we are building the brightest future for all, enabling every individual to flourish. Our commitments to inclusion, community and growth guide how we work, the decisions we make, and the experience we want to create for pupils and colleagues.
About You
We'd love to hear from someone who:
- Demonstrates a passion for creating a supportive and inclusive environment for all members of our school community
- Is an exemplary teacher, with a proven track record of raising achievement and securing high achievement for students
- Has Qualified Teacher Status, with a good honours degree in a relevant subject
- Shares our belief that every child deserves the very best opportunities
Our Culture and Offer
We want Futura to be a place where people feel valued, supported, and able to develop. Collaboration and shared learning are part of how we work, with opportunities to connect with colleagues across our schools, develop professionally, and contribute to the wider partnership.
Eligible colleagues can access a range of benefits designed to support health, wellbeing and development. These include a fully funded Health Cash Plan, providing up to £500 each year towards everyday health costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy appointments, as well as confidential counselling and wellbeing support, Cycle to Work Scheme, gym membership discounts and opportunities for professional and career development.
Role information:
- This is a full time, permanent position
- Start date: 01/01/2027
How to Apply
To apply and find out more, please click the apply button:
- Closing date: 18/10/2026
- Interviews: To be held shortly after
PLEASE NOTE: Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Futura Learning Partnership, we believe that diversity strengthens our organisation and enriches the communities we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute.
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences and particularly encourage applications from groups currently underrepresented in senior leadership roles within education. We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible and will provide reasonable adjustments wherever required.
Safeguarding
Futura Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Your suitability to work with children will form part of the selection process. For this post, pre-employment checks will include an enhanced DBS, barred-list check, two references (one from your most recent employer), health screening and online searches, in line with our safer recruitment policy.
The postholder will have a responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.