Assistant Leader of Science
Caludon Castle School, Coventry, West Midlands, CV2 5BD2 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
27 April 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
4 April 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time (Can be done as a job share)
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- TMS/UPS + TLR2A
Additional allowances
TLR2A
What skills and experience we're looking for
Join Our Inspiring Science Faculty – A place where you can thrive!
Are you a passionate and motivated teacher looking to make a real impact? This is a great opportunity for a dedicated professional to join our Science Faculty, take a leadership role, and be part of a committed and specialist team committed to excellence. You will also have responsibility for the quality of science provision and outcomes at KS5. At Caludon Castle, we invest in our people, and we are looking for someone who shares our vision of fostering curiosity about the world and a love for science in every student.
About the role: As a key member of our Science Faculty, you’ll have the chance to:
- Inspire and take a role in the leadership of our inclusive, aspirational, and engaging Science curriculum up to A Level.
- Support and develop teachers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
- Engage and motivate students, delivering strong GCSE and A Level results across all ability levels.
- Make a lasting impact on students’ lives, helping them achieve the highest academic standards in a supportive, inclusive environment.
Our ideal candidate:
- An ambitious practitioner committed to excellence in teaching and learning.
- A proven track record of success in GCSE and A Level teaching.
- A collaborative leader who can support, motivate, and develop colleagues.
- Enthusiastic about engaging students and staff alike, and driven to make a profound impact on educational outcomes.
At Caludon Castle, we believe in supporting our staff to be the best they can be. With our commitment to professional development, strong team culture, and focus on wellbeing, you will be empowered to thrive in your career.
What the school offers its staff
Employee Benefits Include:
- Supportive and collaborative team: Flourish in a strong, team-oriented environment where staff morale is high, and professional relationships are nurtured.
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development: Enjoy a robust induction programme, followed by continuous access to enriching CPL (Continuing Professional Learning) to develop your skills.
- Clear career progression: We're dedicated to helping you take the next step in your career through leadership developmental opportunities and expert coaching.
- Technology-rich environment: Work with cutting-edge facilities, including access to an iPad, and benefit from modern, technology-enhanced teaching spaces.
- Work-life balance: Take advantage of a range of wellness and wellbeing initiatives, such as access to an on-site gym, swimming pool, and a cycle-to-work scheme, all designed to promote your physical and mental health.
- Great perks: Enjoy free parking, an employee discount scheme, and the chance to work in an environment where your wellbeing and professional growth are a top priority.
- Exceptional admin support: Focus on what you do best—teaching—while our dedicated admin team takes care of the rest.
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.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs are not accepted.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Caludon Castle School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1556 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Caludon Castle School website
- Email address
- stacy.hands@castlephoenixtrust.org.uk
- Phone number
- 02476444822
Arranging a visit to Caludon Castle School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email stacy.hands@castlephoenixtrust.org.uk.
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