Head of Science
Wellingborough | Permanent | £41,411 - £57,936/year | www.cv-library.co.uk |
Position: Head of Science
Location: East Northamptonshire
Salary: £30,000 – £46,525 + £11,411 per annum (MPS / UPS + TLR1B)
Contract Type: Permanent, full time
Start Date: September 2024
About the role
Vision for Education are proud to be working in partnership with an inclusive and welcoming Multi Academy Trust to recruit a Head of Science for one of their schools in East Northamptonshire. Experience teachers of Science who are looking to take the next step in their career are warmly welcomed to apply.
The successful candidate will be talented, committed, & have a coherent vision for their Science department. You will lead a team of staff in making science a vibrant and enjoyable subject for students through your passion for science to make a positive impact on student aspirations and understanding.
The department is equipped with well resourced science labs and is supported by a full time science technician – the school is committed to the promotion of science, including providing students with some fantastic extra-curricular STEM opportunities.
Responsibilities of this Head of Science role include:
To lead a team of staff in the delivery of the Science Curriculum so that it engages, enthuses, motivates, and enables pupils to progress
Line management of departmental staff – foster an open and equitable culture and manage conflict (if applicable)
To collaboratively plan and prepare effective teaching schemes and lessons within the context of the school curriculum
To fully implement all school policies for creating a culture of high expectations
To maintain regular and productive communication with pupils, parents, and carers, to report on progress, sanctions, and rewards and all other communications
To use regular assessments to set targets for pupils, monitor pupil progress towards individual targets and respond accordingly to the results of such monitoring.
About the school
This large and welcoming secondary school in East Northamptonshire is passionate about building a learning environment of aspirational and responsible young people. Through high quality teaching and a wide variety of effective support they demonstrate that every student matters.
By getting to know each person as an individual, the school aims to prepare every student to successfully navigate the many challenges and opportunities of life.
Teachers and staff in all areas engage in regular professional development, keeping up to date with the latest evidence-informed research to help students learn effectively. Teachers are encouraged to plan collaboratively and benefit from colleagues individual strengths in order to keep young people engaged.
Requirements for this Head of Science position include:
Teaching qualification with QTS / QTLS (essential)
Evidence of being, or having the potential to be, an outstanding leader
Knowledge of curriculum with a proven ability to differentiate effectively
Ability to establish and maintain high quality planning and recording
Good inter-personal, communication, planning, and organisational skills
In return, the trust offer:
MPS / UPS salary plus TLR 1B
Teachers’ Pension Scheme
CPD & career opportunities across the trust
Free onsite parking
Subsidised cafeteria for lunches
Cycle to work scheme
How to apply
Apply today via this website. Applicants must be aware that applications will be reviewed as received and suitable candidate will be invited for interview, potentially prior to the closing date. Therefore, there is a chance that the closing date may be brought forward.
Vision For Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.
#VisionPerm
Location: East Northamptonshire
Salary: £30,000 – £46,525 + £11,411 per annum (MPS / UPS + TLR1B)
Contract Type: Permanent, full time
Start Date: September 2024
About the role
Vision for Education are proud to be working in partnership with an inclusive and welcoming Multi Academy Trust to recruit a Head of Science for one of their schools in East Northamptonshire. Experience teachers of Science who are looking to take the next step in their career are warmly welcomed to apply.
The successful candidate will be talented, committed, & have a coherent vision for their Science department. You will lead a team of staff in making science a vibrant and enjoyable subject for students through your passion for science to make a positive impact on student aspirations and understanding.
The department is equipped with well resourced science labs and is supported by a full time science technician – the school is committed to the promotion of science, including providing students with some fantastic extra-curricular STEM opportunities.
Responsibilities of this Head of Science role include:
To lead a team of staff in the delivery of the Science Curriculum so that it engages, enthuses, motivates, and enables pupils to progress
Line management of departmental staff – foster an open and equitable culture and manage conflict (if applicable)
To collaboratively plan and prepare effective teaching schemes and lessons within the context of the school curriculum
To fully implement all school policies for creating a culture of high expectations
To maintain regular and productive communication with pupils, parents, and carers, to report on progress, sanctions, and rewards and all other communications
To use regular assessments to set targets for pupils, monitor pupil progress towards individual targets and respond accordingly to the results of such monitoring.
About the school
This large and welcoming secondary school in East Northamptonshire is passionate about building a learning environment of aspirational and responsible young people. Through high quality teaching and a wide variety of effective support they demonstrate that every student matters.
By getting to know each person as an individual, the school aims to prepare every student to successfully navigate the many challenges and opportunities of life.
Teachers and staff in all areas engage in regular professional development, keeping up to date with the latest evidence-informed research to help students learn effectively. Teachers are encouraged to plan collaboratively and benefit from colleagues individual strengths in order to keep young people engaged.
Requirements for this Head of Science position include:
Teaching qualification with QTS / QTLS (essential)
Evidence of being, or having the potential to be, an outstanding leader
Knowledge of curriculum with a proven ability to differentiate effectively
Ability to establish and maintain high quality planning and recording
Good inter-personal, communication, planning, and organisational skills
In return, the trust offer:
MPS / UPS salary plus TLR 1B
Teachers’ Pension Scheme
CPD & career opportunities across the trust
Free onsite parking
Subsidised cafeteria for lunches
Cycle to work scheme
How to apply
Apply today via this website. Applicants must be aware that applications will be reviewed as received and suitable candidate will be invited for interview, potentially prior to the closing date. Therefore, there is a chance that the closing date may be brought forward.
Vision For Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.
#VisionPerm
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