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Lead Practitioner in Science

Lead Practitioner in Science

Golborne High School

Wigan

Salary:
£39,374 - £43,454
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
January 2019
Apply by:
18 October 2018

Job overview

LEAD PRACTITIONER IN SCIENCE

L1 – 5   £39,374- £43,454

(Required for January 2019)   

Golborne High School is a thriving and popular school. We have the highest expectations of our pupils and are determined to become ‘outstanding’ in all that we do. Our vision is to become a beacon of excellence at the heart of the community.  

We are looking to appoint an exceptional Teacher of Science to work with our team of Lead Practitioners.  You will support the Science Leadership Team in a modelling and coaching capacity to ensure that an already successful faculty reaches its goal of ‘outstanding’. Additionally you will be part of the Whole School Teaching & Learning Team who are responsible for the delivering School to School support. 

We are a self-improving school and our commitment is to developing and supporting all of our staff in their chosen career path.  We deliver a comprehensive induction programme and encourage all of our staff to be ambitious for their futures.  The role would suit professionals who have the drive and a determination to ensure that all children succeed.  The successful applicants will also demonstrate an ambition to develop in their role and embrace the CPD that is available to support them in becoming an outstanding practitioner. 

We are looking to appoint a colleague who has a proven track record of raising standards in Science at both KS3 and KS4 who can demonstrate inspirational teaching and a passion for delivering lessons which are motivational, challenging and engaging.  You will need to demonstrate the energy, enthusiasm and commitment to work as part of a team which is determined to achieve ‘outstanding’.  In return you will work in an exceptional and supportive environment that will further develop your professional skills and ambitions.

 We would welcome applications from experienced teachers with a strong and proven track record of success in public examinations.  We would also welcome applications from colleagues at a relatively early stage of their career who have exceptional subject knowledge, strong leadership potential and a clear understanding of how to enable all students to make outstanding progress in their learning. 

An application form is available from the school website www.golbornehigh.wigan.sch.uk   

Closing date:      Thursday 18th October 2018 at 9am  

Interviews:           Tuesday 30th October 2018  

Golborne High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  The post is covered by the Protection of Children Act and is therefore subject to enhanced DBS clearance. 

   It should be noted that it is a requirement of the Governors of Golborne High School that candidates should, whenever possible,   name as referees current and former employers (via Heads or Principals where employment at educational institutions is concerned) 

We look forward to receiving your application should you be interested. If you have not heard from us by the interview date, you may assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer feedback on individual applications that are not shortlisted for interview.

About Golborne High School

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+44 1942 726842

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Golborne High School, a co-educational secondary school of around 1,200 pupils, is located near to Wigan, Greater Manchester. Providing places for pupils aged 11-16, Golborne High is a foundation cooperative trust school, forming a key part of the GoalCo Trust, a network of schools and colleges situated in and around Wigan.

The GoalCo cooperative was established in 2010, but the secondary school itself first opened its doors in 1954.

Headteacher

Alison Stott

Values and vision

Golborne High School has high expectations of its pupils in terms of behaviour and work ethic, while encouraging individualism and creativity. Its vision is to be a beacon of excellence at the heart of the local community, delivering an exceptional education for children through inspirational and challenging teaching, exemplary standards and aspirational goals.

Teachers aim to motivate children to love learning and inspire them to dream big dreams that broaden their horizons.

Ofsted report

Overall effectiveness: Outstanding

The quality of education: Outstanding

Behaviour and attitudes: Outstanding

Personal development: Outstanding

Leadership and management: Outstanding

'Pupils at Golborne High School aspire to achieve highly because leaders and staff expect the very best of them. Pupils live out the ‘Golborne Way’ through their actions each day. They listen attentively to their teachers, follow instructions diligently and treat one another with respect.  Pupils are determined to be successful, and they are keen to be the best versions of themselves. Pupils, including those who are disadvantaged, achieve exceptionally well. They take great pride in both their personal and academic accomplishments. Pupils delight in celebrating these achievements in school.'

View Golborne High School’s latest Ofsted report 

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