Science Lead practitioner
Foxford Community School
Coventry
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- L6 - L10 £46,457 - £51,311
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 6 April 2020
Job overview
We are looking for a dynamic, outstanding teacher to become our Lead Practitioner.
You will be responsible for the development of teaching and learning within science as well as contributing to whole school development in partnership with the Director of Science. You will also work closely with the Deputy Head Teacher, developing teaching and learning across the school.
This is an excellent opportunity for a forward thinking, creative teacher who wants to inspire others to achieve aspirational progress with our students.
This is an exciting time to join us. We have recently become part of Castle Phoenix Multi Academy Trust which specialises in leadership and was founded in February 2013, on the success of the Caludon Castle Teaching School, and we have a new interim Headteacher in post.
The Trust is committed to invest in and develop all staff and, most importantly, bring about the best possible outcomes for our students who deserve the very best. Our Trust values are really important to all of us and include Respect to All, From All, Innovation and Collaboration.
We will play to your strengths and can offer you:
• Regular feedback to develop your teaching expertise
• Access to expert coaching
• An opportunity to participate in a learning and teaching project
• Developmental opportunities for the next step in your career
• Support from a vibrant and caring science team that has the freedom to innovate and inspire our students through faculty centred leadership
• A comprehensive induction programme and mentor
• A range of benefits which includes cycle to work, access to a gym and swimming pool, free parking, an employee discount scheme, provision of an iPad, a commitment to staff wellbeing and recognition initiatives through the Trust’s people strategy and well-being committee.
• A strong and effective admin team to enable you to concentrate on your teaching
Foxford has great deal to be proud of, hoping it is the kind of place people want to work with a meaningful focus on student outcomes and a desire to continuously improve.
Our interim headteacher, Alison Gallagher, would be delighted to talk about the opportunity, please email aliw@foxford.coventry.sch.uk to arrange a time
Application packs are available to download on www.wmjobs.co.uk www.tes.co.uk or by email from Ali Wilkins, HR manager, aliw@foxford.coventry.sch.uk. Completed forms are returnable to HumanResources@caludoncastle.co.uk
Application deadline: Monday 6 April 2020 at 9.00 am.
This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The Trust is committed to safeguarding, promoting the welfare of children and young people and creating a culture of vigilance and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and vigilance.
About Foxford Community School
- Foxford Community School
- Grange Road, Longford, Coventry
- West Midlands
- CV6 6BB
- United Kingdom
Headteacher - Alison Gallagher
Foxford Community School joined the Castle Phoenix Trust in October 2018, who are committed to supporting the vision and values of the new headteacher. Foxford is a co-educational maintained secondary school situated in Longford, Coventry. The school is for students aged 11-18 and features a sixth form with capacity for 200 students.
The new headteacher started at Foxford in October 2020 including new recruits to her leadership team. They are passionate about ensuring all students have a good education. At Foxford we are extremely proud of our school and our students which study here. Students develop into confident young adults who are committed to preparing for their future career and study choices. Foxford is an inclusive school that focuses on the serious business of achievement for all students. The leadership team and staff have very high expectations for all students in terms of behaviour, progress and outcomes. Foxford nurtures respect, responsibility, reflectiveness and collaboration. Above all, students will move forward in life as kind, resilient, confident individuals who are equipped to make a positive contribution, anywhere in the world.
Foxford offers an abundance of exciting enrichment opportunities for students to explore in sport, enterprise, music, community engagement and cultural opportunities. Staff believe it is their responsibility to provide students with an outstanding education that nurtures their talents, interests and aspirations. In partnership with parents, the community and the Castle Phoenix Trust, a memorable experience for the students will be delivered which will lead to happy, inspiring individuals who are equipped to face their future aspirations and challenges.
Staff within Foxford are inspirational, dedicated to delivering a rich curriculum and programme of activities which will challenge students to explore ideas for themselves. Whether engaged in learning in the classroom, or through musical, artistic, sporting, enterprise or charitable activities, Foxford students are constantly encouraged to connect with the wider world, embracing new experiences to build their confidence - a ‘can do’ attitude can be seen and heard around the school.
Enjoy exploring our website and please contact us if you wish to find out more about our exciting journey.
https://www.foxfordschool.co.uk/
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