Head of Chemistry
Lytchett Minster School, Poole, Dorset, BH16 6JD60 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 January 2025
Closing date
1 September 2024 at 11:59pm
Date listed
14 June 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
- Chemistry, Science
Working pattern
- Full time: Full-time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M1 - UPS3
Additional allowances
TLR 2.2
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced and inspirational Head of Chemistry to lead a well-qualified and effective team of specialist teachers. The successful candidate will teach across the full age and ability range. This post represents an excellent opportunity for a well-qualified specialist to share in the work of this thriving department and would suit an experienced colleague looking to further their career in the profession. This is a full-time permanent vacancy with a January 2025 start. Experience of teaching A Level and a proven track record is essential.
What the school offers its staff
Lytchett Minster is a successful 11-18 mixed comprehensive school with approximately 1550 students, 288 of whom are in the successful sixth form. The learning environment is stunning with extensive and beautiful grounds; the school site is comprised of South Lytchett Manor House together with a number of modern extensions including the Arts block and theatre. We pride ourselves on our high standards and positive ethos, the school is popular and highly regarded in the community.
The Science Faculty is a large and thriving faculty with fourteen graduate specialist teachers supported by an excellent team of technicians. It occupies ten well-equipped laboratories within a purpose built teaching block providing first rate facilities well adapted to the needs of the 21st century. The majority of science teachers have their own teaching base and the overwhelming majority of science lessons are taught in laboratories.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff/volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and acceptable references.
We will conduct social media/internet searches of shortlisted candidates as part of a safeguarding check. This will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. To avoid unconscious bias/any risk of discrimination, the person conducting the searches will not be on the appointment panel . Information will only be shared if and when findings are relevant and of concern.
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About Lytchett Minster School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
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- School size
- 1549 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Lytchett Minster School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- personnel@lytchett.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01202 622413
Lytchett Minster is a successful 11-18 mixed comprehensive school with approximately 1550 students, 288 of whom are in the successful sixth form. The learning environment is stunning with extensive and beautiful grounds; the school site is comprised of South Lytchett Manor House together with a number of modern extensions including the Arts block and theatre. We pride ourselves on our high standards and positive ethos, the school is popular and highly regarded in the community.
Arranging a visit to Lytchett Minster School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email personnel@lytchett.org.uk.
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