Job title: Lead Practitioner in Science Location: Neale-Wade Academy Contract: Permanent, Full-Time Salary: Lead Practitioner Scale - £50,025 to £55,209 Closing Date: Wednesday 12 th February 2025 Are you passionate about Science and recognise its crucial role in the development of all students? Are you committed to leading excellent, ambitious teaching within our expanding faculty? If so, we would love to hear from you About us: Neale Wade Academy, a member of the Active Learning Trust, is an improving school which aspires to be outstanding. The academy offers a wide range of opportunities for both students and staff to grow and succeed. Supported by a dedicated and passionate team, Neale-Wade Academy is committed to ensuring that every student reaches their full potential, both inside and outside the classroom. At the heart of our Trust are five core values that shape our culture and guide every aspect of our work. They influence our interactions, decisions and strategic direction, and they unite our school communities. Join us and be part of a forward-thinking, dynamic school community where innovation and success go hand in hand. About the role: As Lead Practitioner, you will lead efforts to enhance teaching practice within the department through modelling high-quality lessons, providing tailored coaching, and delivering impactful training. You will support teachers in developing their skills, using data to inform strategies for raising achievement, and working closely with students to ensure that they reach their full potential. Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of students and to work in a forward-thinking academy with a commitment to inclusion and development. You will be part of a supportive and collaborative team, with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Vivup Benefit System Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to Work Scheme Access to Teacher Pensions We encourage you to visit us to find out more about this exciting opportunity. Please contact Donna Spendelow (HR Recruitment Officer) on 01354 606000 to arrange a visit. How to apply: If you are ready to make a difference and be part of a school that values your contribution, we would love to hear from you. Please click 'Apply to be redirected to our recruitment portal, My New Term, to submit your application today The Active Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff to actively share this commitment. All adults working in our Trust in whatever capacity will be part of a thorough safer recruitment process. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks including the taking of satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record clearance in line with the need to create and maintain a safe culture. The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust (leadership, teaching and support staff) will be subject to a 6 months probation period at the start of their employment. This policy aims to assess new employees' alignment with our culture, teaching standards, and student needs. It is designed to foster success; with regular evaluations and support mechanisms in place, helping us to identify and nurture talent. We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. Flexible working will be considered for all roles deemed suitable. ADZN1_UKTJ