Head of Science
Ridgeway Secondary School, Redditch, B96 6BD12 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
25 March 2026 at 9am
Date listed
13 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time: Monday to Friday 32.5 hours per week
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS/UPS plus TLR discussed on an individual basis
Additional allowances
TLR discussed on an individual basis
What skills and experience we're looking for
Qualifications:
- Qualified teacher status
Degree or equivalent
Established and evidenced practice as an outstanding teacher overa period of time.
Professional Development
Teaching and Learning
- Evidence of a commitment to own professional development
Outstanding classroom practitioner
Proven ability to raise standards in classrooms other than their own
Experience of leading teaching and learning initiatives beyond their own classroom
Excellent understanding of the components whichcompriseoutstanding teaching and learning
Experience of giving effective feedback to colleagues about professional performance
Experience of coaching and mentoring colleagues
Experience of conducting lesson observations
Experience of holding others to account.
Knowledge
- Use of assessment and attainment information to improve practice and raise standards
Use of strategies to promote good learning relationships and high attainment in an inclusive environment
Vision for the developments of teaching and learning
Strategies to enhance teaching and learning
Use of intervention strategies to address identified issues for development
Awareness of the latest developments and initiatives in education
Awareness of the importance of each subject on whole school results
An ability to use departmental data to effect teaching and learning.
An experience of working with a department development plan and department SEF
Skills and Experience
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
The ability to lead and foster positive professional relationships and work effectively with teaching staff of varying experience
Developing high quality learning strategies and monitoring learner progress to raise attainment
Evidence of high achievement in teaching across the Key Stage
Working effectively as a tutor
Experience of contribution to the professional development/mentoring of colleagues
Effective use of Assessment for Learning to engage learners as partners in their learning
Ability toestablishcurriculum development, assessment,co-ordinationand coaching
Ability to plan and resource effective interventions to meet curricular objectives
What the school offers its staff
Ridgeway Secondary School Aims& Values:
Ridgeway Secondary School, a comprehensive school wherestudentsof all abilities can develop and thrive as individuals and as part of a community. We encourage allstudentsto understand that belief in oneself, when combinedthe motto of being here means being better will lead to a successful future.We promote excellence in all that we do so that everyone atRidgeway SecondarySchool can support the school aims in:
Promotinghigh expectationsof all
Encouraging mutual respect,supportand trust so that all can achieve their best
Maintaining a place where honesty,opennessand fairness lead to outstanding relationships
Developinghigh levelsof self esteem
Ensuring belief,self-confidenceand resilience is celebrated in ourstudents
Always aiming higher and being ambitious for the future
Promotinghigh levelsof wellbeing for all
Developing curious citizens who can communicate effectively and embrace technology
Demonstrating theRidgewayValues in theirday-to-dayexperience
It is paramount to the success ofstudentsthat they are prepared fully for the challenges and opportunities that await them as they move on to post 16life. We work hard to equipstudentswith the skills and character attributes to thrive and make positive contributions to society. In a world where technology and social dynamics are everevolvingwe are committed to preparingstudentsto embrace and adapt to change.
Our Mission: Developing the whole person: Academically, Physically, Socially and Mentally
Further information about the job
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
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)About Ridgeway Secondary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 338 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Ridgeway Secondary School website
- Email address
- hrea@rss.shiresmat.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01527 892867
Arranging a visit to Ridgeway Secondary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hrea@rss.shiresmat.org.uk.
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