Director of Science
John Smeaton Academy, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS15 8TAThis job expired on 7 May 2024
Start date details
September 2024
Closing date
7 May 2024 at 11:59pm
Date listed
2 May 2024
Job details
Job role
- Head of year or phase
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subjects
- Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Science
Working pattern
- Full time: Full Time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Leadership Scale 6–10 £53,380- £58,959
What skills and experience we're looking for
John Smeaton Academy are seeking to recruit an a passionate, dynamic and inspirationalDirector of Science who will become part of an organisation that seeks to prioritise students’ holistic development. The successful candidate will be expected to provide strong leadership that results in a Science Department that provides first class teaching and learning opportunities for both students and staff.
The ideal applicant will have:
- A successful record of teaching with very good exam results at one or more of KS4 or KS5
- A detailed knowledge of current developments in education including the use of the Pupil Premium.
- An ability to set a vision for Science at John Smeaton Academy and lead a team successfully.
About us:
John Smeaton Academy was the subject of a divestment order from the Secretary of State and became a part of The GORSE Academies Trust on 1 September 2021. Since this date the academy has undergone a significant transformation that sees it rising in popularity within the local community. As we approach the start of our third year within The GORSE Academies Trust, we want to further strengthen the incredible progress that has been made since September 2021 and continue to raise the standard that has transformed the academy thus far. At the heart of all that what we do is our core values Kindness, Ambition, Determination and Respect. Through these values our students, their parents/ carers and our colleagues are committed to the mission of the academy; one where we together ensure that all young people ‘Secure the Gift of Choice’ regardless of socio-economic background. The academy is a truly exceptional place for students to study and for colleagues to work.
If you would like to know more about John Smeaton Academy, please visit our website at www.johnsmeatonacademy.org.uk
How to Apply:
If you’re as excited about this role as we are, a Job Description / Person Specification and Application Form are available to download from The GORSE Academies Trust website (www.tgat.org.uk/jobs), by email to enquiries@johnsmeatonacademy.org.uk or by telephone on 0113 8313900.
If you submit an electronic application, we will not require a hard copy. CVs are not accepted.
Closing date for applications: 7th May 2024 at 12pm
Interviews will take place: 10th May 2024
PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will be shortlisted and invited to interview while this advert remains live, if a successful candidate is found the advert will be withdrawn.
We will consider any reasonable adjustments under the terms of the Equality Act (2010), to enable an applicant with a disability (as defined under the Act) to meet the requirements of the post.
We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to full employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and barring service check. We promote diversity and aim to establish a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds.
Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK – either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply for this position.
What the school offers its staff
What we offer you:
As a trust, we want to ensure that professionals at every stage in their career have the opportunity to enjoy expert support and training. We are pleased to offer a generous benefits package to our team – as we work together to create a rewarding future for all including:
- Membership to a local government pension scheme.
- A commitment to continued investment in our professionals, supporting every member of staff throughout their career in the trust.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential professional advice and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- Discounts and online offers at major high street/online retailers.
- Specsavers scheme.
- £2k Cycle to work scheme.
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.
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About John Smeaton Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 638 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- John Smeaton Academy website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- recruitment@tgat.org.uk
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