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Curriculum Leader for Physics

Curriculum Leader for Physics

Lady Manners School

Derbyshire

  • Expired
Salary:
TLR2b (£4,538)
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
September 2019
Apply by:
24 January 2019

Job overview

"At Lady Manners School we strive to attain the highest standards in our work, have respect for others and develop our individual talents."

CURRICULUM LEADER FOR PHYSICS
TLR 2B (£4,538)

Required for September 2019

Lady Manners School is a vibrant and successful mixed comprehensive in the heart of the stunning Peak District.  We are a Foundation school with 1308 students on roll including 257 in the Sixth form.  Our students and staff make this a wonderful place to work.

The post provides an exciting opportunity for an innovative and forward thinking individual to lead and develop the successful Physics Department.  The role will give the chance to make a significant impact on the teaching and learning of Physics and will provide the challenge to fully promote and enhance this vital STEM subject.

You will be joining a department of highly supportive, friendly and dedicated Science colleagues led by a Director of Science committed to the professional development of the staff and the best possible experience for students.

We offer:
• outstanding students and supportive colleagues
• a tradition of excellent results well above national averages
• a strong middle leadership and senior leadership team
• a wide ranging and exciting extra-curricular programme
• a vibrant, popular and successful Science department

The successful candidate will:
• be an outstanding teacher of Science
• have a strong vision for the development of Science
• have the skills and determination to lead initiatives
• be able to work well in a team and to inspire, motivate and lead staff
• be able to inspire students of all abilities to achieve their highest potential
• be committed to delivering high quality teaching and learning and achieving excellent results 

The Science Department has seen results and progress rise to impressive levels over the past few years and the successful candidate will be able to build from this strong position.

Application packs are available by e-mail: jobs@ladymanners.derbyshire.sch.uk) or at www.ladymanners.net/vacancies. 

Lady Manners School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.  We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  We have a supportive environment with access to training and development opportunities

Closing date for applications is 9.00 am Wednesday 23 January 2019.

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About Lady Manners School

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Lady Manners School has a history going back nearly 400 years, and we’re very proud of it.  We are a thriving comprehensive school in which we build on our traditional values to help our students to create the best possible future for themselves. 

We offer our staff the opportunities to: 

  • work in the beautiful surroundings of Bakewell, in the heart of the Peak District   
  • work with nearly 1,500 students (around 300 of whom are in our Sixth Form) representing the diversity of a wide catchment, which includes both rural and suburban areas   
  • thrive from the energy and challenge associated with a student group with very varied backgrounds 
  • be part of our staff of nearly 250 dedicated and professional teachers and support staff
  • input to the enviable range of extra-curricular activities that we provide for students, inspired by students and staff interests 
  • be part of a school at the heart of the community – not just our strong local community but, having achieved the full International School Award in 2009, 2012 and 2015, our students are encouraged to be responsible members of the global community 

Successful applicants would be joining a school that has ambitions to improve and develop.  Our facilities constantly evolve, with new performance and sporting spaces currently being developed.  

Our Ofsted rating and exam results are good – but we want to become even better.  We look to new staff to bring with them their new ideas and enthusiasm.  We look forward to welcoming you.  

Values and vision  

Lady Manners School helps students to strive to attain the highest standards in their work, have respect for others and develop their individual talents. It makes the most of strengths that are shaped by traditional values and it is active in preparing for the future. The school strives to establish processes, outcomes and facilities that make its aims possible.  Lady Manners School is an excellent place for the development of academic, personal and social potential.  

School Organisation 

The school is organised into:

  • Lower School (Years 7-9) Key Stage 3
  • Upper School (Years 10-11) Key Stage 4
  • Sixth Form (Years 12-13) Key Stage 5

Each has a Head of School, Heads of Year, and Form Tutors.   

We have a strong team of support staff, including specialist finance, premises, catering and technical staff, all of whom are employed directly by the school. 

Curriculum 

Teaching is organised through subject specific departments, each with a Curriculum Leader.   

The Lower School curriculum provides a broad and interesting education for all students.  In Upper School the core curriculum contains English, Mathematics, Science, Religious Studies, PE, PSHE and Citizenship.  Choice is introduced through four subject options but students are encouraged to ensure that their curriculum remains broad and balanced by considering creative, humanities and language subjects.  

We currently offer 29 subjects for study at Key Stage 4 and 28 in the Sixth Form, including academic and vocational subjects. 

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