Head of Physics

PAY SCALE: TLR 2b (£ 4,659 per annum). Additional payment for leading STEM initiatives whole school is negotiable.

REQUIRED FOR: APRIL or SEPTEMBER 2020 

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an inspirational leader and teaching practitioner to join our vibrant and outstanding Science department.  The successful candidate will lead the development of Physics across all key stages and it is essential that A level Physics can be taught to a high standard.

Swanshurst is an ‘Outstanding School’ for girls with 1760 students on roll aged 11-19 years.  We offer excellent support and CPD for staff at all stages of their career.

Ofsted (2017) found pupils at Swanshurst to be “happy, well cared for and that they secure excellent academic and personal outcomes” they described the girls as “polite, respectful and courteous”.  Needless to say, we are incredibly proud of them and of all our staff who contribute to the “purposeful learning culture within the school that characterises the work of staff and pupils”

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

An ideal candidate would:

• Coordinate the design and delivery of the Physics curriculum amongst a large and strong team of Science teachers and technicians.

• Be an inspirational teaching practitioner who motivates young people and ensures the learning needs of all are met, with evidence of the ability to raise standards of achievement through outstanding teaching and leadership.

• Have the ability to manage, lead and motivate colleagues successfully and collaboratively alongside other Science leaders, developing all staff within the team to achieve their full potential as practitioners.

• Aspire to further develop existing leadership skills.

• Have excellent references and appraisal documentation to support their application.

For further details and an application form please contact Emma Bastock on 0121 464 2410 or contact us online at emma.bastock@swans.bham.sch.uk Applicants requesting an online application form must also submit a signed copy of their application either at the point of being called for interview or as soon as possible after the closing date.

Closing date:  12pm Friday 10th January 2020

Swanshurst School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant will require an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service

OBSERVANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL’S EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES POLICY WILL BE REQUIRED