Primary Science Specialist

Primary Science Specialist 

Permanent, full-time role 

£40,000 to £55,000 (full time equivalent) dependent on experience 

Hybrid role, 2 days home working and 3 days in our offices across Halifax, HX2 and Leeds, LS11 

The role 

An exciting opportunity has arisen working in our specialist science team. We are now looking for a creative, self-motivated, dynamic, passionate and driven individual who literally wants to help us take on the world!

Working as a Primary Science Specialist the core purpose of your role will be: 

• To produce high quality materials that support the White Rose Science curriculum.
• To support the teaching of science in primary provision through high quality, effective CPD and working with primary school leaders.
• To work with individual teachers to improve their performance.

• To work with school leaders to audit requirements, provision and plan for improvements. 

• To support and advise primary schools with effective implementation of the White Rose Science curriculum.
• To support any other reasonable request, working with other partners as appropriate.

Could it be you? 

You will need to be a great team player, as excellent teamwork is at the heart of everything we do. You’ll be a positive thinker, willing to flex, adapt and go the extra mile. A natural ability to inspire confidence in staff, students, parents and others is essential. This role will be immensely rewarding, and you will relish the excitement of helping to transform lives. 

To be considered for this role you must hold QTS, must have passed your ECT, and must be able to evidence effective teaching and performance within your area of specialism (Primary Science). Experience of subject leadership in a teaching environment is desirable. 

Applications: 

Please apply initially with an up to date CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you feel you are the right person for the role. You will then need to complete a full paper application to be considered for the role as we recruit to safer recruitment standards.

Closing date:

Monday 11 May 2026

Interview Process:

All applications will be considered in line with our recruitment practices. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an assessment day. 

Requirements

Profile & Person Specification

Reports to: 

Head of Primary Science 

The purpose of the role: 

• To support the White Rose Science vision of making every teacher of science a world class teacher of science. 

• To support the teaching and learning of science at the primary phase through high quality, effective CPD. 

• To support and advise primary schools and teachers with effective implementation of the White Rose Science curriculum. 

• To produce high quality materials that support the White Rose Science curriculum. 

Key accountabilities: 

• To contribute towards the development of the White Rose Science curriculum and supporting resources. 

• Design, develop and deliver inspiring and innovative CPD programmes in line with our values and teaching principles. 

• To assist in the implementation of the White Rose Science curriculum by providing specialist guidance and support. 

• To role model and demonstrate outstanding teaching and learning. 

• To deliver school improvement programmes as appropriate. Examples include providing coaching and mentoring support, target setting, conducting observations, participating in learning walks, undertaking science audits. 

• To actively monitor and maintain up to date knowledge of relevant education policy, developments, research and initiatives. To support the development and enhancement of science in primary provision across Trinity Multi Academy Trust and other clients, through working with individuals and school leaders.
• To actively participate in performance management review(s).

Other duties: 

All staff must have an awareness and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. It is an expectation that all staff will share this commitment. 

All staff must abide by company policies and procedures, copies of which can be found on our HR platform or requested from the HR Manager. 

Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual task may not be identified. Employees will be expected to comply with any reasonable request to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified within this job profile. 

This job profile is current at the date shown. It will be reviewed at least annually, and in consultation with you, it may be changed by the Managing Director to reflect or anticipate changes in the role or business need. 

Key relationships of the role: 

Head of Primary Science 

Direct reports: 

N/A 

Person Specification - Core competencies

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• must hold QTS and passed ECT
• educated to degree level an excellent track record of recent, relevant professional development
• accountability for the performance of a cohort of young people
• evidence of effective teaching and performance within area of specialism (primary science)

Desirable:

• taking accountability for the success of an initiative
• experience of further study
• experience of subject leadership in a teaching environment

Knowledge & Understanding

Essential:

• of the principles and characteristics of outstanding teaching and learning
• of the principles and practices of planning and delivery
• of effective review and evaluation procedures
• of innovative approaches to working with students, staff, partners and the local education community
• of the application of ICT, literacy and numeracy to outstanding teaching
• of subject knowledge to a high level within specific phase, of the National Curriculum and other relevant government publications

Desirable:

• experience of creating different resources, using different packages (spreadsheet and presentation software / other)
• experience of educational research

Personal Qualities and Skills

Essential:

• ability to inspire confidence in staff, students, parents and others
• set high standards and provide a role model
• enjoyment and commitment to personal development
• enjoyment in working with young people
• adaptability to changing circumstances/new ideas
• reliability and integrity ability to prioritise, plan and organise

Desirable:

• ambitious
• determination to succeed and the highest possible expectations of self and others vision, imagination and creativity

Communication Skills

Essential:

• communicate training programmes and plans
• deliver training, CPD and support the development of others
• communicate effectively orally and in writing to a range of audiences

Desirable:

• liaise effectively with other organisations and agencies