About This Role
We are seeking to appoint a Head of Science to manage the small team and deliver a high-quality Science curriculum at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
Who we are looking for:
We are looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring teacher with a proven track record of success and raising pupil outcomes. The successful candidate will have a passion for Science and a strong commitment to making a difference to the lives of our pupils. You will be committed to developing pupils’ love of Science using a variety of delivery methods which will stimulate learning and drive students to reaching their potential.
What does this job do?
To lead the strategic development and improvement of the teaching and learning, within Science, by developing and implementing assessment strategies, data analysis and appropriate intervention programmes to ensure that identified standards of student achievement are met.
To lead, manage and develop a stimulating, imaginative and intellectually challenging curriculum for Science.
Lead, develop and enhance the teaching practice of others through monitoring/evaluation and promoting improvement strategies to secure effective teaching and learning for students.
To be responsible for student progress in the Science.
Line manage a team of staff including the effective recruitment, appraisal and development of its members in order that the team’s objectives are achieved.
Facilitate an ethos within the team which encourages staff to work collaboratively, share knowledge and understanding, celebrate achievements and accept responsibility for outcomes.
Manage allocated departmental budget and resources.
What are the job requirements?
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Excellent professional knowledge and understanding of national and examination curricular requirements of the subject.
Excellent knowledge of Science with the ability to plan lessons with clear objectives to ensure progression for all students.
Demonstrate a clear understanding of leadership in a school setting.
Able to analyse and evaluate curriculum data across key stages.
Awareness of development in national policy for education.
Demonstrate a clear understanding of safeguarding for pupils.
Effectively analyse, prioritise and action plan.
Evidence that you have made an impact on improving pupil outcomes.
Able to set clear targets, track progress an adopt strategies to achieve them.
What We Offer
Healthcare cash back plan provided free by the trust includes optical, dental, physio, diagnostics, health assessment, NHS prescription charges, hospital cover, discounted gym memberships plus lots more.
Employee Assistance Programme including, counselling, CBT, and wellbeing initiatives.
Cycle to Work scheme.
Access to government pension schemes.
Free parking.
Electric Car Scheme (Salary Sacrifice).
Training, mentoring and progression opportunities including our Emerging Leaders programmes.
Trust wide intranet to share knowledge and resources.
Apply exclusively via the WhatSchool platform.