DCL Science

About us

Plumstead Manor is a thriving community school whose goal is to provide a world class education through our vision of excellence for all. This fundamental goal is supported by our core values of pride, ambition, respect and teamwork which infuse all our work together. We aim to release the full potential of every young person during their seven year journey with us, and support them to go beyond what they ever thought possible.

Our goal is to inspire and nurture young people of all abilities and backgrounds to develop a love of learning which will sustain them throughout their lives. It is this which will successfully see them into further education and the fulfilling career of their choice. We believe that high quality teaching, in a safe and friendly environment, is the key to unlocking the potential of all our young people have, so that they can go on to change the world for the better.

The role

Our Science Department, led by our Director of Science, is a vibrant and energetic team of specialists, who offer a range of qualifications across academic, and where appropriate vocational pathways. This includes Double and Triple Science at GCSE, alongside A levels in Biology, Chemistry and Physics supplemented by a successful and rigorously taught Level 3 BTEC Applied Science. At KS3 students follow our new curriculum that develops curiosity about the way the world works and seeks to uncover the inner beauty that Science has to reveal. We seek to promote a lifelong love of learning and our broad and balanced curriculum means we provide a platform for our students to compete for the most competitive courses at university and most sought after jobs. Many of our Post 16 students go on to study Science at a higher level, in areas including medicine, pharmacology and engineering.

As DCL Science, you will support the Director of Science and will be responsible for managing and monitoring the curriculum development of Science across a particular key stage and will model and encourage inspirational learning experiences. You will need to be passionate about your subject and share our commitment to academic scholarship, high expectations for behaviour and personal development, together with a commitment to extra curricular activities such as STEM clubs. We will consider a biology, chemistry or physics specialism for this role. 

 We can offer you dynamic and enthusiastic students, the opportunity to be part of a strong and supportive team, high quality professional development and a whole school commitment to excellence and justice.

To apply online, please visit www.plumsteadmanor.com

Alternatively, contact the HR Team on 020 3260 3123 or email jobs@plumsteadmanor.com quoting ref: 090.

Closing date: Midday on Wednesday 26 March 2025.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. References will automatically be requested for all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. The successful applicant will be required to be DBS checked prior to taking up post.