Head of Science
Outwood Academy Ormesby
Middlesbrough
- Expired
- Salary:
- L7-L11
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Required from September 2018
- Apply by:
- 18 February 2018
Job overview
If you share our values, join our family.
With nearly 750 students and more than 150 joining each year, Outwood Academy Ormesby has been giving the young people of Middlesbrough a progressive education since September 2015. The academy was rated Good by Ofsted in June 2017.
We are excited to be looking for a dynamic, forward thinking Head of Department to take our Science department to the next level. We are looking for an inspiring and energetic leader with a real passion for Science. You will be a motivated, enthusiastic and driven individual who has the skills and determination to make a significant difference to the lives of our students and share our single goal of ‘Students First’.
We offer an exciting opportunity to lead a team of 6 teachers, 1 technician and 2 part-time 121 tutors. You will have leadership experience, be determined and driven and have the ability to transform students’ lives. You will work alongside a fantastic team to continue to achieve the highest possible outcomes for students irrespective of their backgrounds or starting points.
The role of Head of Science at Outwood Academy Ormesby would be ideal for either an experienced Head of Department or someone looking to make that next step. You will be supported extensively by a team of Science Directors allowing you to strategically lead the department, whilst having the support and advice from the director team. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to lead a dynamic department and be pivotal in shaping the department on its journey to outstanding.
Through our partnership with the Outwood Institute of Education, we can offer high quality support and programs of professional development. Being part of the wider Trust, which has a number of academies, also provides a significant amount of career progression.
Putting students first in everything we do, we deliver an innovative vertical curriculum that personalises learning, alongside fast-track opportunities and workshops to provide accelerated routes.
Valuing vocational, practical, creative and academic qualities equally, we take a holistic approach to education – and we are always seeking to meet gifted and like-minded teachers.
As the highest performing Family of Schools in the North of England, Outwood Grange Academies Trust is transforming the futures of countless young people.
This is a critical appointment for the Academy and is an exciting opportunity for you to move your career onto the next stage.
We warmly welcome and encourage potential applicants to visit the Academy. To arrange a visit please contact Jessica Day, HR Assistant by email: recruitment.ormesby@outwood.com
To apply, please visit: www.outwood.com > Vacancies. Alternatively, contact our HR Team by email: recruitment.ormesby@outwood.com
Closing date: Midday on Sunday, 18 February 2018.
Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory DBS check.
About Outwood Academy Ormesby
- Outwood Academy Ormesby
- Tothill Avenue, Netherfields
- Middlesbrough
- TS3 0RH
- United Kingdom
Chief Executive Officer: Lee Wilson
Associate Executive Principal: Gemma Trattles
We are an 11-16 academy based in the large, north-east town of Middlesbrough.
The academy received a good judgement in their 2017 Ofsted inspection. However in July 2022 the academy was given a notice to improve judgement. Leadership has significantly changed and a comprehensive improvement plan has been implemented to secure sustainable long term change for the academy. It is an exciting time to join the academy’s committed team and join them on this important improvement journey.
Taking a holistic approach to education, valuing vocational, practical, creative, and academic qualities equally, we believe that learning should be both enjoyable and enriching. We are innovators with a knowledge-rich curriculum, designed to personalise learning for every student, helping them to reach their potential.
The Outwood Family of Schools pride ourselves on fully supporting colleagues within the Family both professionally and personally. We work hard to ensure we reduce workload on staff, allowing more time in the classroom to put our vision of students first, raising standards and transforming lives into practice.
As a founding Trust of the National Institute of Education (NIoT), we will actively invest in your future through working closely with the Outwood Institute of Education and NIoT to offer access to a wide range of CPD opportunities, with all teaching staff receiving a minimum of two hours of CPD each week.
We also offer a generous employment package with a whole host of staff benefits, including family friendly policies, enhanced occupational benefits available (such as maternity, adoption and parental leave) with no qualifying period, funded CPD for qualifications up to and including Masters level plus other exclusive benefits including a partnership with car leasing company, Synergy.
All academies within the Outwood Family have gained the IQM Inclusive Schools Award with 18 having Centre of Excellence status and one holding Flagship status.
If you share our vision, join our family.
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