Teacher of Science with responsibility for KS4 Triple Science
Teacher of Science with responsibility for KS4 Triple Science
MPS/UPS plus TLR 2a rising to 2b when school is at full capacity
Permanent
As we move into Key Stage 4 The Brian Clarke Academy is looking to appoint a strategic, creative individual and manager to support the leadership of the Science department. The school opened with a founding team of staff in September 2022 to 240 young people and will continue to grow annually to a student body of 1200.
As a leader in the Science department, you will be supporting the Director of Science in leading a highly motivated team of teachers. Our Science curriculum has been designed to ensure depth of understanding for all students and our team work collaboratively with a focus on the latest pedagogical ideas and methods.
Centralised but flexible resource planning enables teachers to teach responsively, and a sensible assessment & feedback policy ensures that students make progress at every stage and allows teachers to focus on planning excellent explanations and learning sequences.Information about our curriculum can be found here: Key Stage 3 - The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy
In brief, we are looking for:
- A leader committed to ambition, excellence, and community, who will work with the Director of Science and Senior Leadership Team to drive the growth and development of The Brian Clarke CE Academy. You will play a key role in driving BCA to become an outstanding provider for young people, and continue to be a school where staff, who are committed and ambitious for young people, take pride in and enjoy their work.
- An inspiring, informed educator with a clear understanding of what makes outstanding educational provision for all, and the ability, understanding, and experience to lead, develop and manage a staff team to achieve this.
- Someone who will go the extra mile for students, not because they are asked to but because they want to; someone who will do their utmost to ensure all our students progress to the future destinations of their choice.
- Someone who will inspire students and the staff they work with, and build strong relationships with our parents, carers and community partners.
We offer:
- Opportunities for professional development in a growing Trust
- Schools: a strong school community that places children, families and staff at the heart of everything we do
- A supportive team who will work with and alongside you to achieve the very best
- Teachers’ career average pension scheme with a generous employer contribution
- Central Oldham location, close to good transport networks, less than 7 minutes from nearest bus or tram stops.
The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Cranmer Education Trust follows Safer Recruitment practices. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1974, 2013 and 2020, and appointment is therefore subject to satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure form the Disclosure & Barring Service.
Please note we cannot accept CVs. Applications can only be made via our online portal: https://careers.cranmereducationtrust.com/vacancies
Applications must be received no later than 9am on Friday 7 March 2025.
Interviews for this position will be on Thursday 13 March 2025.
Thank you for your interest. We look forward to hearing from you.
Please note: the successful candidate must be available for new staff induction days on Thursday 28 and Friday 29 August 2025.