Head of Science
King James I Academy Bishop Auckland, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 7JZThis job expired on 27 November 2022
Start date details
Easter 2023 or sooner
Closing date
27 November 2022 at 11:59pm
Date listed
10 November 2022
Job details
Job role
- Head of year or phase
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.5 hours per week
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS/UPS
Additional allowances
TLR 1b (10,714)
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint a well-qualified Head of Science to provide inspirational leadership as well as expertise and commitment to the development of teaching and learning in Science. The successful candidate will build on the many strengths of the department, focusing on providing opportunities for students both within and beyond the classroom. They will lead a dedicated team of subject specialists who in recent years have secured strong examination results at all levels.
We need an experienced
teacher who will lead by example, is a team player, resilient, with excellent
organisational and communication skills and with a desire to develop other
staff within the department. Most importantly we need a leader who takes pride
in building relationships with stakeholders and believes strongly in the
ability of all students both within and beyond the classroom.
We would welcome
applicants from any scientific discipline and whilst a Chemistry background and
experience of teaching at Key Stage 5 is desirable it is not essential.
The Head of Department will take responsibility for providing leadership and management in Science to secure:
- High quality teaching
- Effective use of resources
- Improved standards of learning, achievement and progress for all students
What the school offers its staff
Working at King James I Academy will provide the opportunity to join a dedicated team of staff whose mission is to become an outstanding academy that develops successful, well rounded, socially mobile and confident young people who can contribute effectively to the global community.
The successful candidate will be supported through a bespoke and individually tailored induction programme as well as being given opportunities and support for further career and professional development.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Academy is committed to safeguarding children. All candidates will need to demonstrate a commitment to the welfare and safety of children and young people. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon receipt of two supportive references and the successful completion of pre-employment checks. An application to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be submitted when the successful candidate has accepted the position.
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About King James I Academy Bishop Auckland
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 973 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- kingjames@kj1a.com
- Phone number
- 01388 603388
The school joined Eden Learning Trust in December 2023 and has also benefitted from the PSBP programme; enabling a move to new state of the art facilities in January 2015. Student recruitment is consistently strong and the Academy has been oversubscribed in Year 7 for each of the last 5 years. This is also the case for September 2024, whilst KS5 numbers also increasing.
Arranging a visit to King James I Academy Bishop Auckland
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email kingjames@kj1a.com.
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