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Attleborough Academy is a popular, 11 to 18 Academy which is continually developing to meet the demands of providing the highest quality education for all students. Attleborough as a town is poised for major expansion and the Academy is the chosen secondary to have facilities developed as part of the Masterplan. In conjunction with Breckland District Council, extensive building and development work is taking place in areas such as our Sports Hall area to create a new Leisure Centre, a 3G pitch on our playing fields and new Science and Sixth Form facilities.
The Academy joined the Sapientia Education Trust (SET) in June 2020 which was an exciting and important development for the school. The SET are committed to bringing like-minded schools together to work in partnership to develop a world class education. This merger has multiple benefits in terms of teaching and learning and new opportunities for students and staff. Just before Easter 2023, we were delighted to announce that we had been awarded the World Class School Quality Mark which is a tribute to all in our community.
As a member of staff employed by Trust, you can access and enjoy a wide range of excellent benefits and support:
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Tusker Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
- Family Friendly Policies
- Blue Light Card Access
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Eye Tests and Glasses Claims
- Pluxee Benefits Scheme
- Refurbished Technology Salary Sacrifice Scheme
- Generous Public Pension Schemes
Please click here to learn more about a career within the Trust.
We are an inclusive, friendly and effective learning community with high aspirations and a reputation for innovation. Excellent relationships between students and staff are at the heart of the ethos of the Academy and are often commented on by those who visit the school. Indeed, in our 2021 Ofsted Inspection, we were termed a ‘special place to be’. The Academy is a hardworking and caring community of people with high standards and high expectations. Our core values are Commitment, Acknowledgement, Respect and Excellence (CARE). CARE therefore has a genuine meaning within our school as we want the Academy to be a place where these values are seen in all aspects of our work together.
Vacancies currently available at the Academy can be found below if relevant at the time of reading.
Attleborough Academy 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.
Head of Chemistry/Second in Science
HEAD OF CHEMISTRY/SECOND IN SCIENCE
MAIN PAY SCALE TO UPPER PAY SCALE PLUS TLR2.2 £5,861
32.5 HOURS PER WEEK
PERMANENT CONTRACT
With effect from September 2026, we are seeking to appoint an inspiring and driven Head of Chemistry/Second in Science to lead a talented and dedicated team, delivering a dynamic and challenging curriculum from Year 7 to Year 13. This is a unique opportunity to shape the strategic direction of Chemistry, ignite a passion for scientific discovery and cultivate a culture of academic excellence within a supportive and forward-thinking Science faculty.
You will inspire students and staff alike by promoting excellence in teaching and learning within your department.
Please visit the Sapientia Education Trust website www.se-trust.org to download an application pack for this position. The Trust offers its staff a comprehensive and competitive package, great benefits, a commitment to their development and fantastic culture and values.
Interviews are expected to take place on Thursday 14 May 2026 and shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email with details of the arrangements. The post will be offered subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.
Closing date for receipt of applications: Friday 8 May 2026 (by 09.00)





