Assistant Head of Science

Applications are invited for an enthusiastic and ambitious Assistant Head of Science.

The Academy of St Francis of Assisi is an 11-16 Academy with Christian Values and environmental sustainability at its heart. Founded in 2005, it has grown to become an Academy renowned for its cultural diversity and its unique building design. The Academy is focused upon driving standards of achievement rapidly and this makes it a dynamic and exciting place to work. The Academy of St Francis of Assisi is committed to ensuring that every student makes the most of their potential. The Academy concentrates on providing the highest quality teaching, with bespoke CPD for all staff to support this, the best possible student support and the most appropriate and innovative curriculum.
 

As the Assistant Head of Science, you will:

· Be an inspiring leader with the energy and creativity to lead and motivate a team. 

· Work closely with the Senior Leader of Science to make a difference to Science outcomes. 

· Have the leadership ability to build capacity in individuals within your team whilst supporting them to achieve outstanding results. 

· Be instrumental in driving forward change and improving standards across the department. 

· Have responsibility for monitoring the quality of provision and supporting the professional development of colleagues within your team.

· Have a role in analysing and evaluating performance data. 

The Academy benefits from its membership of the All Saints Multi Academy Trust, a unique Joint Faith Multi Academy Trust in Liverpool. The Trust has a proven track record in developing leaders and ensuring staff reach their full potential and career aspirations through a comprehensive programme of CPD and career progression opportunities. Leaders within the Trust benefit from access to the highest quality local and national training programmes, as well as peer to peer support and professional mentoring within the Trust.  

We are determined that the successful candidate will have:
  • A passion for Science teaching.
  • Experience of supporting change and development within a department
  • Reliable evidence of very good to outstanding teaching with a focus on raising student achievement
  • A passion for making a difference for young people in the city of Liverpool.
 

Application Process 

Further information and application packs can also be obtained by contacting our Hays Recruitment Partner, Hannah Connell, by emailing Hannah.Connell@hays.com or by calling 0151 242 5100. Visits to the Academy are warmly encouraged and can also be arranged by contacting Hannah Connell.
 

Closing date for applications: Friday 13th April 2018 

Interview Date: Week commencing 16th April 2018 

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.
 

The Academy of St Francis of Assisi is a member of the All Saints Multi Academy Trust. All Saints Multi Academy Trust is the operating name for The Liverpool Joint Catholic and Church of England Academies Trust. The Trust is an equal opportunities employer.