Deputy Head of Science

We are seeking to appoint a successful aspiring or existing leader of science to join our ambitious team at Parkside Community School. They will be a passionate and highly effective teacher of science, who is able to support, motivate and encourage in this Deputy Head of Science role.

The position is a great match for someone who believes that schools have the power to transform lives and must:

• be truly inclusive and focus on the wellbeing and progress of every child to unlock potential
• remove all barriers to social mobility so no doors are closed
• enable students to make the most of their talents, and live life in all its fullness
• enable young people to be aspirational and give them the tools to surpass their personal and academic targets

Role and responsibilities: Deputy Head of Science

The Deputy Head of Science will:

• Support the work of the Head of Science in raising the standards of teaching, learning and achievement in the department

The Deputy Head of Science’s roles and responsibilities may change over time to suit the needs of the school.

What we offer:

• a small and friendly school that was ranked 5th in the East Midlands and 80th in the UK on the Fairer Schools Index in 2025.
• fantastic students
• an ambitious and supportive staff body
• huge support and progression opportunities
• excellent support from the Embark Federation central team
• excellent ongoing CPD and career development within our school, and across the Embark family of schools
• an impressive range of Embark employee benefits
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Closing date - 9am on 10 February 2025

Interviews will take place on 12 February 2025