Head of Department - Science
Ryde Academy
Isle of Wight
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS1 – UPS3 plus TLR 1A (£10,151)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Easter 2019
- Apply by:
- 14 January 2019
Job overview
MPS1 – UPS3 plus TLR 1A (£10,151)
Easter 2019
An outstanding Head of Department for Science is required for our rapidly improved academy which was judged as good by Ofsted in November 2016. You’ll be working with 'Principal of the Year’, Joy Ballard in our multi-million-pound school building.
The successful candidate must be an excellent practitioner who is able to lead by example and inspire others.
If you feel you have the skills and determination to make a difference and to help and transform the lives of young people on the Island, we would like to hear from you.
Based on the Isle of Wight, Ryde Academy is an 11 to 18 years Secondary Academy and is sponsored by the Academies Enterprise Trust (AET). Ofsted Inspectors recognised Ryde Academy as a "rapidly improving school" which "students are extremely proud to attend" and "staff feel well supported."
Known as the “Garden Isle” because of its beautiful landscape, unspoilt beaches, rugged coastline and beautiful countryside, the Isle of Wight is a perfect location to live and work. Ryde Academy is also easily commutable from the south coast with excellent transport links in Ryde to both Portsmouth and Southsea.
As the sponsor, AET believes that all young people deserve to become world-class learners – to learn, enjoy, succeed and thrive in a first rate educational environment with the best facilities, the best teaching and the most up-to- date resources available to them. In each of our academies, you will benefit from visionary, inspirational and dynamic leadership and be empowered to develop your own skills with access to world-class CPD and Talent Management programmes. You will also be entitled to the following benefits: a health cash plan, vehicle affinity scheme, Cycle2work, childcare vouchers and Westfield rewards.
This position is required to commence Easter 2019.
Closing date for applications: Monday 14 January 2019
Interviews are scheduled to take place as soon as possible.
All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. To apply, please click the 'Quick Apply' button below.
For a confidential discussion, please call 01983 567331.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhance checks as part of our Prevent Duty.
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AET is recruiting for School Direct placements. Please visit our website https://sites.google.com/a/aetinet.org/aetwebsite/our-teaching-school/initial-teacher-training for further details.
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About Ryde Academy
Located on the picturesque Isle of Wight, Ryde Academy is a secondary school catering to students aged 11 to 18. Currently hosting over 1000 students, the school's popularity is on the rise, with plans to accommodate 1500 students. Ofsted inspectors acknowledged Ryde Academy as a "rapidly improved school," where students take immense pride in their attendance, and staff feel well-supported. Boasting bright and airy classrooms equipped with cutting-edge technology, the facility includes designated studios, workshops, and laboratories for practical subjects, along with a range of excellent sporting facilities.
Who is Lift Schools?
Lift Schools is made up of 57 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.
Our mission:
- We will provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day.
- With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives.
- We will work with others beyond our network to benefit more children and communities.
Every adult in a school has the power to transform lives, and that’s why talented people are essential to us. Our ambition to give every pupil the best start in life relies on our dedicated teachers, teaching assistants, senior leaders, and admin teams. We attract dynamic individuals and provide the space to reimagine what’s possible.
That’s why your career is as important to us as it is to you. We want you to develop, we want you to grow, and we want you to feel valued.
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