Head of Biology
The Burgate School and Sixth Form, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 1EZ3 days remaining to apply
Start date details
January, Easter or September 2025
Closing date
7 October 2024 at 9am
Date listed
20 September 2024
Job details
Job role
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subjects
- Biology, Science
Working pattern
- Full time: Full-Time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Main/Upper Pay Range plus TLR2b (£5,379) with the possibility of a recruitment and retention incentive of £4,000 for the right candidate
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you looking to develop your career in a warm and supportive school with a real passion for helping students to achieve their best?
Working to a Head of Science and 2i/c Science this is an exciting opportunity to step into a position of subject responsibility with the support of experienced department leaders above you.
For the right candidate there may a possibility of a recruitment and retention incentive of £4,000 (£2,000 to be paid on joining with £1,000 to be paid at the start of the second year and £1,000 to be paid at the start of the third year).
What the school offers its staff
Working at
The Burgate School and Sixth Form is stimulating, challenging and fun. Life
here is always varied, never dull and infinitely interesting because of our
enthusiastic students, who really enjoy being at school. To find out more about
us, visit our websitehttps://www.theburgate.com/to get a flavour of
our school.
You will also benefit from:
- A supportive school community with friendly colleagues.
- Excellent CPD and career opportunities for staff at every stage of their career.
- A collaborative working environment with a strong support network.
- A comprehensive induction process.
- Laptop for all teaching staff.
- Great location. The school is on the edge of the New Forest with extensive grounds.
- Free onsite parking.
- Child care voucher scheme.
- Cycle to work scheme.
An informal chat and/or visit to the school are warmly welcomed. If you would like to speak with a member of our team, or visit us, please contact the Headteacher's PA, Miss Hewett atshewett@burgate.hants.sch.ukor on 01425 652039 to arrange a suitable time.
Please note - We reserve the right to interview and offer to a strong candidate prior to the closing date. It is strongly recommended that candidates submit their application as soon as possible.
The Burgate School and Sixth Form is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Burgate School & Sixth Form is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Any offer of a post will be conditional subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check as well as all other relevant safeguarding/pre-employment checks including the receipt of satisfactory references and medical clearance.
Applying for the job
Please complete the online application.
CVs are not accepted.
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About The Burgate School and Sixth Form
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 1072 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- shewett@burgate.hants.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01425 652039
The Burgate School and Sixth Form converted to a Single Academy Trust in May 2011. We are a popular, Hampshire school, situated in expansive grounds on the outskirts of Fordingbridge in Hampshire, providing high quality comprehensive education for children aged between 11 and 18. We enjoy an excellent reputation within the local community for our high standards.
We offer a broad curriculum covering a wide range of subjects at GCSE and A Level which are delivered by a highly qualified and caring team of professional teachers and support staff who are committed to offering the highest quality of education to the students alongside a creative approach to learning that inspires curiosity, builds collaboration, helps develop resilience and encourages flexibility of thought.
Our school vision is that we want every child to enjoy their learning and feel valued for who they are. We believe that Every Burgate Child Matters and we recognise all of our students as individuals, encouraging each to reach their full potential. We have high aspirations for every student and are committed to raising standards of achievement and nurturing a culture of high expectations to drive success for each student in a safe, supportive and friendly environment. We want to support our students in becoming independent learners, as well as confident and responsible young people thereby achieving our motto of Learning for Life.
Arranging a visit to The Burgate School and Sixth Form
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email shewett@burgate.hants.sch.uk.
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