Director of Learning - Science, Rochester
Job Description:
Are you an inspiring and innovative Science specialist ready to take the next step in your career? The Hundred of Hoo Academy is seeking a Director of Learning Science to lead and drive excellence across our Science department. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious educator to make a real impact in a thriving and dynamic academy.
This is your chance to be part of an exciting journey as we continue to grow and develop. With an expanding academy, a forward-thinking curriculum, and a strong focus on high-quality teaching, we’re looking for a passionate leader who is eager to inspire, innovate, and make a lasting difference in the lives of our students.
What we offer:
A leadership role with real influence, shaping the Science curriculum and driving improvements across the department.
Outstanding professional development and career progression opportunities.
A collaborative and forward-thinking team, dedicated to student success.
Modern, well-equipped facilities to enhance teaching and learning.
What we’re looking for:
A passionate and experienced Science teacher with a proven track record of success.
A strong leader, ready to inspire and develop colleagues to reach their full potential.
A commitment to innovative and engaging teaching strategies.
A drive to raise student achievement and foster a love for Science.
If you’re ready to take the next step and shape the future of Science at The Hundred of Hoo Academy, we’d love to hear from you!
This is a permanent, full-time opportunity which offers Leadership Scale commensurate with experience.
The Hundred of Hoo Academy is a very special place to work and pre-application visits or phone calls are both encouraged and welcomed. If you would like to arrange to discuss the role with a member of the team, please contact Amy Wenban, Recruitment Advisor.
Working with us at The Hundred of Hoo Academy
The Hundred of Hoo (All-through) Academy is a place where we combine good manners and etiquette with 21st Century innovation and creativity to ensure our pupils are more than just educated; they become globally-minded citizens who will be empowered to change their own lives and the lives of those around them.
At The Hundred of Hoo Academy, we have a strong belief that all students deserve a world-class education, which we strive to offer as their local community school. We want our students to leave our school as well-rounded, lifelong learners and global citizens who are ready for sixth form, college and beyond.
The Hundred of Hoo Academy is a Middle Years Programme (MYP) candidate school and we approach learning, teaching, and living in the spirit of the International Baccalaureate, appreciating that academic learning is very important but not the only measure of success.
We have high expectations of our pupils, hence we are a well-disciplined academy, where pupils thrive in a culture defined by mutual respect and good behaviour. We believe passionately that education transforms lives, and we are extremely proud of the academic progress that our pupils make.
We pride ourselves on our digital offer to our pupils and in being at the forefront of digital development within our curriculum offer. All of our pupils have access to their very own Chromebook which enables them to take ownership over their own learning.
To find out more about our academy, please click here.
Being part of Leigh Academies Trust
As of 1st September 2024, our Trust comprises 33 geographically organised academies educating more than 24,000 students and employing 4,000 talented staff. Currently, 16 of our academies are considered to be “Outstanding” which is 53% of those which have been inspected whilst part of the Trust.
As part of Leigh Academies Trust, you will have ample opportunity to collaborate with your peers both within the academy and across the whole Trust. This is an important part of our vision as we know through experience that we perform better when we work together.
Our commitment to safeguarding: Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Our commitment to equality and diversity: As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise.
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