Head of Science - TLR 1B
E-Act Bourne End Academy, Bourne End, Buckinghamshire, SL8 5BWThis job expired on 28 March 2025 – see similar jobs
Start date details
September 2025
Closing date
28 March 2025 at 9am
Date listed
19 March 2025
Job details
Job role
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £47,031 - £50,471 + TLR 1B
Head of Science - TLR 1B job summary
Job Title: Head of Science
E-ACT Bourne End Academy | Developing Future Leaders
At E-ACT Bourne End Academy the core of our vision is the belief in a learning community where students are guided to become future leaders.
Our commitment to academic excellence is reflected in the high standards of teaching across the curriculum. Proudly serving our local community, we are dedicated to providing students with the opportunities to succeed and achieve their ambitions. Beyond the classroom, we offer a broad and stimulating range of extra-curricular activities to support wider learning.
If you are a dedicated professional who shares our commitment to developing future leaders find out more information here: https://bourneendacademy.e-act.org.uk
Join us in Opening Minds, Opening Doors!
Are you ready to be part of an educational community that creates an environment where children can flourish? You could join an academy that focusses on developing the whole child and has a people-first culture. We know the importance of developing our colleagues to be the best they can be to ensure our children achieve the best outcomes.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide day-to-day leadership for the development and management of teaching within your area
- Identify areas for development and improvement linked to the Academy improvement plan, SEF, national and local initiatives.
- Develop and monitor schemes of work for your area across the academy in liaison with your department and to ensure the successful implementation which meets curriculum requirements and differentiated to reflect student needs.
- Have an overview of, and contribute to the planning and delivery of continuous professional development and training related to your area.
- Monitor and evaluate pupil progress and achievement against targets in your area.
Pay range: U1 - U3 £47,031 - £50,471 (Fringe Allowance)
Qualifications and Skills:
- Qualified teacher status or recognised equivalent
- Degree in subject specialism or related subject
- Additional relevant training in Safeguarding
- Knowledge of a creative range of pedagogic approaches to delivering your subject
- Knowledge of current education legislation, Ofsted framework and best practice
What are we about?
Outstanding Teaching and Learning: We strongly believe that outstanding teaching and learning are the keys to unlocking exceptional outcomes for our children. You will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality education that nurtures the minds of our students.
Advocacy and Inclusion: At our academy, every child matters, regardless of their background. Your role will involve providing each child with a fantastic, inspiring, and inclusive education that recognises and celebrates their individuality.
People-First Culture: We proudly celebrate the diversity of our academy and our community. Join us in co-constructing the essence of an extraordinary workplace and learning environment where both staff and students feel valued and included.
Collaborative Excellence: Our exceptional staff collaborate across our 38 academies to share ideas and problem solve. You will have the opportunity to share your skills, hear from experts and work with staff across the country to develop your practice.
About E-ACT:
Join a trust that is going places!
Having recently won MAT of the Year 2023 at both the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, this is a very exciting time to join us! Why do we feel we have been recognised as a strong MAT? It is down to our dedicated, talented staff that are committed in delivering nothing but excellence for all our children and young people.
We all pride ourselves in fostering a people-first culture, which extends to all our pupils, staff, and stakeholders. We are proud to lead a community of 38 academies, educating of over 25,000 pupils across our five core hubs. Our staff satisfaction is above national benchmarks and we run a range of projects and programmes to address key topics such as workload and wellbeing.
Our Opening Minds, Opening Doors strategy is at the forefront of everything we do, we don’t just prepare our pupils for the world; we equip them to thrive and succeed within it. Through our collaborative approach to education, we aim to open doors to a world of opportunities, where every child can pursue their dreams.
Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk
Benefits:
Collaborative Working: Thrive in an environment that values teamwork and collaboration, fostering a culture of shared knowledge and collective success.
Support System of 38 Academies: Be part of a network of 38 academies, providing a dedicated support system and opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential counselling services, providing emotional support and guidance when needed.
Cycle to Work: Enjoy a healthy commute with our cycle-to-work programme, making bicycles more affordable.
Electric Car Scheme: Take advantage of our environmentally friendly initiative, making electric vehicles more accessible for a sustainable and efficient commute.
Generous Pension: Secure your future with a robust pension plan, ensuring financial well-being during retirement.
How to apply:
Simply click on "apply" to submit your application.
Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing and returning our application and equal opportunities form.
E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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.
About E-Act Bourne End Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 843 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- E-Act Bourne End Academy website
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