Lead Practitioner Science - Carlisle
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you an outstanding Science teacher with a passion for teaching and learning with the skills to inspire both students and staff while driving excellence in Science education?
We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Practitioner who wants to make a real difference to teaching and learning in Science and across the school. We want to appoint an innovative, enthusiastic and talented teacher as Lead Practitioner for Science to play a key role in improving the quality of teaching and learning across the department and improve outcomes for students at GCSE and A-Level.
You will lead, develop and deliver professional development to staff, coach and mentor colleagues to ensure consistent, excellent teaching practices and act as a role model by teaching high-quality Science lessons. You will work closely with both the Head of Science and the Senior Leadership Team to make teaching and learning more effective both in the Science department and across the school.
We are looking for an excellent classroom practitioner with a track record of getting outstanding outcomes for students and who demonstrates a passion for the teaching of Science. The successful candidate will have the skills, experience and personal qualities to inspire and develop others.You will have a commitment to student success and be innovative, proactive and able to drive continuous improvement.
What the school offers its staff
This is an exciting time to join Caldew School. We have had a significant investment from the Cumberland Support Trust that is enabling us to improve our facilities, provide high quality professional development for our staff and give our students opportunities, experiences and support that will raise their aspirations and achievement.
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Commitment to safeguarding
All roles involve regulated activity with children. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List. Caldew School is committed to the protection and safety of its pupils. Our Safeguarding Policy can be found using the following link: www.caldew.cumbria.sch.uk/uploads/941/Safeguarding_Policy_2023.pdf/ In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online searches will be carried out on shortlisted candidates.The successful applicant will be required to undertake a criminal record check via the DBS. Caldew School is an equal opportunities employer.