Curriculum Leader Science - with Senior Leadership responsibilities - LPS 8-12 - January 2021 start
The Misbourne
Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- LPS 8-12 Plus Fringe Allowance
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- January 2021 or sooner
- Apply by:
- 5 October 2020
Job overview
Is science more than just a subject to you? If you live and breathe all things science and want to lead a team that inspires young people to do the same then we’d love to hear from you.
The Misbourne is an aspirational and friendly place to work where every student and member of staff is a valued member of our community. We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff and demonstrate this through concrete commitments such as manageable and motivational approaches to assessment and feedback, a simple and robust behaviour for learning policy and an accessible and approachable leadership team. We believe in giving teachers the time and space to develop their practice, and leaders the autonomy they need to lead. This position has arisen due to the relocation of the current post-holder and offers an exciting opportunity to lead our science department to even greater success.
As Senior Leadership Head of Science you will be in a job that will motivate and challenge you in equal measure. You will be leading the development of our curriculum, working closely with both experienced and early-career teachers, supporting them to develop their pedagogy and be the very best teachers they can be whilst nurturing the leadership skills of our next generation of middle leaders. We have recruited very successfully in science in recent years and are looking to appoint a leader who has the vision and skillset to lead a strong team in achieving the very best outcomes for all our students.
You will be working closely with a high-calibre senior leadership team who will support your development both in subject leadership and in gaining strategic leadership experience. In addition to your responsibilities in science you will also take up school-wide responsibilities which will be negotiated with the successful candidate based upon your experience and aspirations. We are looking for one thing in return: a relentless pursuit of excellence in everything you do to contribute to every student at The Misbourne realising our vision and achieving their very best.
If this role interests you, please get in touch, our students would love to show you around and we are happy to answer any pre-application questions. Please contact Emma Griffiths at hr@themisbourne.co.uk for further information.
For more information about this post and to download our application form please visit the ‘Joining Us’ section on our website: www.themisbourne.co.uk.
A relocation allowance may be available. Please enquire on application.
The closing date for applications is Monday 5 October 2020 at 12 noon. Interviews will take place on Friday 9 October 2020, although we reserve our right to interview early for exceptional candidates. Please email your completed application to: hr@themisbourne.co.uk
The Misbourne is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An offer of appointment is subject to satisfactory references, DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) Enhanced Disclosure and medical clearance.
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About The Misbourne
As Headteacher it gives me great pleasure, on behalf of the trustees, staff and students to welcome you to The Misbourne. Thank you for showing an interest in working with us.
This is a good school where every student really does matter and where our team of professional and passionate staff works hard to instil the belief in each of them that they can achieve more than they ever thought possible.
We believe that there are three things that are important to working in a school. Firstly, the students. We are fortunate to have polite and respectful students with well-supported families who want to work hard and do well but for some, lack the self-belief to really achieve their full potential. Secondly, a supportive staff body and investment in continued professional development. Staff are happy to work here and are very rightly proud of their school. They are supported by a comprehensive training programme that takes into account individual roles as well as career progression and aspirations. We are linked to two teaching schools and take a lead role in delivering training sessions for trainees from across Buckinghamshire.
Thirdly, our facilities. We are fortunate to have excellent facilities across the curriculum including a new building for the Sixth Form, English department and school café; extensive playing fields; three new IT suites and brand-new multi-million pound sports centre including dance space and fitness suite (free to use for staff). We have recently transitioned to Google in preparation for Year 7 commencing blended learning using chromebooks from September 2023.We believe that there are no barriers to learning that cannot be overcome. We strive for educational excellence in every lesson, every day, through a climate of high expectations, which are actively promoted in all aspects of school life. The Misbourne provides a learning environment that allows all students to flourish through mutual respect, kindness and a strong desire to achieve.
Through inspiring teaching; excellent pastoral care and strong partnerships with families and the wider community, our students leave us with the qualifications, skills and values needed to lead happy and successful lives and we are looking for similarly dedicated and inspirational colleagues to join us.
This is such an exciting time for the school and we welcome applications from prospective employees who share our vision, values and aspirations for students.
If you would like to visit us and see for yourself, I would encourage you to make arrangements for a tour via the school office admin@themisbourne.co.uk. Staff and students are exceptionally proud of our school and we would love to show you around.
Mr Rich Peters (LL.B) Hons
Headteacher
Click here to view The Misbourne's Ofsted Report - May 2022.
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