Assistant Headteacher - STEM
Helena Romanes School
Essex
- Expired
- Salary:
- Leadership pay scale points 12-16
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2019
Job overview
Assistant Headteacher – STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics).
A key focus of this role is to work with the heads of STEM faculties to develop the curriculum, raise standards and increase students’ aspirations. The development of STEM outreach and an oversight of our careers strategy are also important elements of the role.
Required September 2019
Full time, Permanent
Salary: Leadership pay scale points 12 - 16
Closing date: Friday 3rd May 2019
At Helena Romanes School we value the personal attributes of hard work, positivity and kindness, and we are looking for someone who can model these values.
The new Assistant Headteacher will be passionate about the development of high quality teaching and will support colleagues to deliver an exceptional education to all students. The successful candidate will be part of the senior leadership team and have responsibility for raising the profile of STEM subjects, driving improvements in the quality of teaching, improving students’ progress across STEM, developing STEM outreach initiatives, and line managing the STEM faculties.
If you are an experienced teacher with a STEM background, successful leadership experience and a proven track record, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
We are looking for an Assistant Headteacher to lead from the front, so it’s important we find not only an outstanding leader, but an inspirational teacher.
Our ideal candidate will:
- be a champion of STEM learning– advocating inclusion and achievement for all;
- develop a STEM curriculum offer that enables all students to access high-quality experiences, both in and out of the classroom;
- continually improve teaching, learning and assessment practices in all STEM subjects;
- improve outcomes for all groups of students on our STEM courses;
- provide STEM related information, advice and guidance alongside enrichment opportunities;
- develop curriculum links and experiences in partnership with our local primary schools;
- create an excitement and engagement in STEM subjects for students and their families.
Visits to the school to meet with our students and staff are welcomed. Please contact Sue Este, HR Manager to arrange a convenient appointment or to answer any questions that you may have. seste@hrseducation.co.uk
Please apply using the application form on our website www.helena-romanes.essex.sch.uk
The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
About Helena Romanes School
We are a mixed 4 – 18 Academy with over 1200 pupils on roll. The school is situated in beautiful countryside, occupying approximately 35 acres just to the north of Great Dunmow.
The school was established in 1958 and is named in honour of the first Chair of Governors.
At Helena Romanes, we are ambitious for our pupils and we offer them a rich and varied curriculum. Our pupils develop the skills, knowledge and understanding that enables them to move successfully into higher education, apprenticeships, training or employment.
While academic achievement is of crucial importance, we also ensure that we focus effectively on developing our pupils’ personal, social and creative skills. Our aim is that pupils leave Helena Romanes as successful, confident and considerate young adults.
We are very proud of our pupils. They are superb ambassadors for our school when they represent us locally, nationally and internationally, participating in our many and varied extra-curricular activities.
At Helena Romanes, we have a large team of well-qualified, dedicated staff who focus on supporting pupils’ progress and well-being. We work closely with parents, carers and the wider community to ensure we provide a well-coordinated approach to our pupils’ learning and development.
Ms Catherine Davis BA (Hons)
Executive Headteacher
Ofsted
“Pupils are happy at The Helena Romanes School. They enjoy learning and coming to school.”
“Pupils are well mannered, friendly and respectful to their teachers and to each other.”
“Pupils want to do well and are focused in lessons.”
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