Head of Science
The Westwood Academy, Coventry, West Midlands, CV4 8DYThis job expired on 20 May 2024
Start date details
September 2024
Closing date
20 May 2024 at 9am
Date listed
2 May 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
Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.5 hours per week
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Between £30,000 and £46,525
Additional allowances
TLR 1A £11, 409
What skills and experience we're looking for
The successful candidate will be teaching at The Westwood Academy with a particular focus on driving improvements in Science education.
The role will have a particular focus on collaboration to develop and implement effective strategies for enhancing Science education across all levels.
The role will play a pivotal role in the growth of Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust, with potential opportunities to work across both sites as the Trust expands.
Requirements:
- A degree in Science or a minimum of two years of teaching experience in the subject.
- Passion for Science education and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience in teaching Science from year 7 up to A level.
Benefits:
- Excellent CPD opportunities
- A supportive team of colleagues across the school
- A positive, community, environment with an innovative learning culture
- A dedicated and forward-looking management team, with highly skilled staff upholding high expectations and aspirations for our students.
- Shared on-line resources to support the development of student learning.
- Full benefits of gym membership.
- Flexible working hours to accommodate a healthy work-life balance.
- a wide enrichment programme in which you can participate.
- employee well-being benefits via our Employee Assist healthcare programme (Benenden) physiotherapy, 24/7 GP and mental health support, retail and gym discounts, free flu vaccination, free on-site gym, a laptop and free on-site parking.
What the school offers its staff
About Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust:
Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust comprises of two schools within its umbrella, offering a rich and diverse learning environment. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and development, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing space for both students and staff.
In September 2023 Kenilworth School relocated to a brand new, bespoke campus. Ofsted (November 2023) rated Kenilworth School as Outstanding in all 5 areas, maintaining our Outstanding status from the Ofsted inspection of 2013.
The Westwood Academy is nestled in a leafy suburb on the outskirts of Coventry within walking distance of the University of Warwick campus, where our strong partnership with the University and other local employers fosters innovation and opportunity. Committed to our path to reclaiming our ’Good’ status we offer a nurturing and vibrant environment where talent is recognised.
Classrooms are fully equipped with large interactive TV screens and all the latest technologies at both the schools across the Trust.
This is a unique opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking Trust that values innovation and collaboration. If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of Science teaching and thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply.
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.
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About The Westwood Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 915 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- The Westwood Academy website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- admin@twa.kmat.org.uk
- Phone number
- 02476467779
The Westwood Academy is a school in the Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust
Arranging a visit to The Westwood Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@twa.kmat.org.uk.
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