Head of Department - Science
The Sele School, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 2DG18 days remaining to apply
Start date details
ASAP
Closing date
22 April 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
19 March 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- MPS or UPS (Depending on experience) + TLR (£9478)
Head of Department - Science job summary
We are looking for an experienced and committed teacher who has a passion to promote the curriculum, a real desire to influence more students to undertake science in Sixth Form, with the confidence to try new ideas, that will capture our students to have the love for learning. The right candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills, be able to demonstrate an ability to care for their team and create a climate where everyone feels included. They will also promote our strong links with Airbus Space and Defence and expand our footprint in the UK Rocket Challenge competition.
What can we offer you?
The chance to work in a positive, welcoming and forward-thinking community where evidence-based methods are seamlessly integrated into teaching and learning
Dedicated staff who are enthusiastic and who want the best for our students
Mentoring provision for all those new to senior leadership
A CPD package which is tailored to suit your stage of career development
Cycle to work scheme which is part of the school’s sustainability strategy
At the Sele School we also offer all our middle leaders the opportunity to develop into senior leadership, as well as having a professional voice of autonomy in shaping their department.
The Sele School is a small secondary school and its Ethos - Non Ducor Duco: I am not led, I lead - is a lived experience in our community.
If you wish to learn more about the school, please feel free to view the videos on our school website which can be found on the “About Us – School Vision and Ethos” and “Science Curriculum” page.
We understand some may wish to see the school in action. If you wish to visit the school or meet on Teams, please contact the Head’s PA, Mrs Madeline Genovese at hr@sele.herts.sch.uk
Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor applicants from overseas
The Sele School community is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and all staff and volunteers are expected to demonstrate this commitment in all aspects of their work. Applicants for this post must be willing to undergo child protection training. A full enhanced DBS check will be undertaken and references will be sought prior to appointment start date.
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
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs are not accepted.
About The Sele School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 436 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Sele School website
School location
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