What skills and experience we're looking for
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the Science department, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning that enables all students to make excellent progress
Develop and implement a strategic vision for Science and STEM, aligning with the school's priorities and the needs of our diverse community
Further raise the profile of Science and STEM across the school, fostering a love of learning and promoting the importance of these subjects
Provide effective line management and support to the Science team, driving continuous improvement and professional development
Collaborate with colleagues to further embed a consistent, whole-school approach to literacy and numeracy, particularly in the context of Science and STEM
Contribute to the school's leadership team, participating in strategic decision-making and contributing to the overall development of the school
Requirements:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
Significant experience teaching Science, with a proven track record of delivering outstanding results at all key stages.
Demonstrable leadership experience, with the ability to inspire and motivate colleagues
Excellent subject knowledge and a deep understanding of current developments in Science and STEM education
Commitment to promoting the school's Christian ethos and pastoral care
Desirable Qualities:
Experience in leading STEM initiatives and developing cross-curricular links
Ability to teach across the full age and ability range, including A-Level and BTEC
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the capacity to build effective relationships with students, staff, and parents
Passion for continuous professional development and a commitment to your own growth as an educator
What the school offers its staff
As part of our strong commitment to staff development, we offer a high-quality induction programme and extensive in-house CPD opportunities. Our DP6 team has a wealth of experience, and all staff have access to the café facilities and regular social events organised by the Wellbeing Committee.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.