Curriculum Director of Science
Haberdashers' Crayford Academy
Bexley, Kent
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- £44, 242 - £55, 692
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2019
- Apply by:
- 20 May 2019
Job overview
Curriculum Director of Science
Full time, Permanent
We wish to appoint an exceptional science practitioner who will use their experience, extensive subject knowledge and vision to deliver ambitious and high quality learning and teaching opportunities.
This is a truly exciting opportunity for an existing or aspiring head of science to take on a new role taking the delivery of science one step further in the Academy and, as part of a Curriculum Directors’ leadership team, across the Federation.
In this role, you will lead the Science department to make a real impact, developing innovative learning opportunities for students to enable them to achieve outstanding outcomes.
The value and status we give to the role of Curriculum Director is reflected in:
- an enhanced curriculum directors’ pay scale;
- a timetable commitment of 50%;
- an opportunity to contribute to curriculum development across the Federation as part of the Curriculum Directors’ Group;
- an enhanced professional development programme.
Our goal is that through this role and the associated development opportunities, a successful Curriculum Director will ultimately be equipped to move directly into a vice principal position.
If you feel that this position is of interest and you have the right experience, skills and are ready for fresh challenges, with the ambition to make a real impact then we’d like to hear from you.
To apply please complete the application form and supporting documents found on our website at www.haaf.org.uk/vacancies. Applications should be returned to Lauren Exford, HR Administrator (crayfordhr@haaf.org.uk) quoting reference number 047/CD Science/2017-18/CALE
Closing date: 20th May 2019
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About Haberdashers' Crayford Academy
Haberdashers’ Academies Trust South is a Multi-Academy Trust of nine schools, (four secondary and five primary). These are currently organised as four ‘clusters with sites in Southwark, London New Cross, London, Bromley, Kent and Bexley, Kent.
We provide targeted support and a broad education to enable each and every one of our students to reach their full potential and to grow into well-rounded members of our community and aim to ensure all the children and young people who come to our schools:
- Are happy and safe at school and are able to learn successfully within a supportive environment
- Are able to achieve their full potential personally, academically and socially.
- Develop and grow as independent, resourceful and resilient individuals.
- Are equipped with the skills, qualifications and love of learning they will need to be successful in the world they will join as adults.
At Crayford Academy, education and excellence go hand in hand. Our dedicated team are committed to providing a dynamic and engaging learning environment for our pupils that is safe and supportive too. We strive to create a culture of curiosity, creativity and critical thinking that prepares our students for success in their futures whatever they may be.
Our state-of-the-art facilities provide endless opportunities for exploration and discovery, while our diverse range of extracurricular activities and clubs allow our pupils to pursue their passions and develop their talents to the fullest.
Our pupils are at the heart of everything we do. Our pastoral team give individualised attention and teaching staff give personalised learning plans, we work closely with each student to help them reach their full potential. We foster a positive and inclusive community where all students feel valued and respected. Our School was inspected by OFSTED in December 2022 with inspectors stating “Pupils are part of a strong and inclusive community. They meet the high expectations placed on them and have positive attitudes to learning”. OFSTED graded our school “GOOD” in all areas, you can read the full report here
We are proud of the achievements of our pupils and the impact they make in the world. Our most recent GCSE results place us in the top 20% of schools nationally, we are oversubscribed in year 7 and our 6th form continues to grow. Our pupils leave Crayford Academy with the skills, knowledge and confidence to make a meaningful difference in their communities and beyond.
Here at Crayford Academy, we believe that every student has the potential to achieve great things, we are “shaping futures” daily. Join us on this journey of discovery, and see for yourself the exciting and dynamic learning experience we offer.
In return, we can offer you an enhanced salary package which is not only higher than the national average, but also exceeds that of other Bexley Schools, making us a financially rewarding place to work.
For further information about the school please go to www.habscrayford.org.uk
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