Director of Science
The Sixth Form Bolton
Bolton
- Expired
- Salary:
- £49,149 plus Teachers’ Pension Scheme
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 31 March 2019
Job overview
We are looking for a talented and passionate leader who will help develop the College further towards our goal of becoming a centre of excellence for the sciences, strengthening especially our A Level provision through innovative curriculum development, cutting-edge teaching and learning methods, using data effectively and encouraging a collegiate and stimulating environment for students and staff alike. Bolton Sixth Form College offers a stimulating mix of A levels and BTEC science courses, and is located in Bolton, Greater Manchester. The College is easily commutable from most of the cities and towns in the North West via the M60, M61, M62, M6 and M56.
Science is a large department within the College – there are 157 students studying A level Biology and 161 studying A level Chemistry. There is a significant but smaller number (65) studying A level Physics. Our BTEC Science provision is very successful, with 210 students studying for the Extended Level 3 Diploma in Science and 68 studying the sub-diploma. 100% of our BTEC Science Level 3 Diploma students were awarded at least a Merit grade, whilst sub-diploma performance was even stronger. Our A Level programme is generally good (and in some areas outstanding) but we believe there is strong potential for improvement, to properly deliver the aspirations of all our students.
The department enjoys six relatively new and well-equipped laboratories with two further prep rooms, within our superb, modern, town-centre located Sixth Form College.
This is an exciting opportunity for a driven and committed individual to lead a professional and dedicated team in a successful, progressive, friendly and forward-looking College. We know that our science results could be exceptional with drive and inspirational leadership. We are fast building a reputation for offering excellent career development opportunities and we have a strong focus on the well being of staff and students alike.
The post would be ideal for anyone with successful A Level Biology, Chemistry or Physics experience (in a Sixth Form College, GFE College, or 11-18 schools with experience of KS5), ambition and drive, and who sees a directorate or faculty leadership position as the next step in their career. BTEC teaching experience would be useful but is not essential.
We offer:
• Full support from a dedicated, inspirational and approachable leadership team who care about the wellbeing of staff.
• A collegiate approach to best practice, with a consultative yet inclusive style.
• The opportunity to join a modern, dynamic and successful Ofsted Grade ‘2’ College.
• Dedicated career development, advice and a real platform towards further career success.
For a full pack including application forms please visit www.boltonscience.co.uk or e-mail our advisers ASDTi on gm@asdti.com or telephone ASDTi on 07736 775776 – they are available evenings and weekends as well as during the working day, to help you make the right choice.
Closing date for applications: 13th April 2019 at 11pm
Interviews will be during w/c 29th April 2019
A relocation package may be available for candidates requiring it.
“Students’ behaviour is exemplary, and they display high levels of respect and tolerance towards their peers and staff. Students are motivated, enjoy their classes and are keen to learn. Attendance is high and very few students are late for classes." (Ofsted 2017)
This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.
Bolton Sixth Form College is committed to, and actively promotes, equal opportunities for all its students and staff. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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About The Sixth Form Bolton
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We are delighted that you are considering applying to join our fantastic team of staff here at The Sixth Form Bolton!
The college occupies a Town Centre location providing easy access to the excellent North West motorway infrastructure and good public transport links with the rail station and bus interchange being within a few minutes’ walk of the college. Also available are the amenities of a vibrant and developing Town Centre which has embarked on a long term and ambitious regeneration plan (Vision 2030) to attract business and investment to the Borough, match workforce skills with modern opportunities and employment and build on the towns current assets to further develop a vibrant and exciting place to live, work and study.
The Sixth Form Bolton is one of the highest performing colleges in the North West of England. We are a focused, highly ambitious community in which staff and students treat one another with care and respect, combining traditional values of discipline and good manners with contemporary best practice in teaching and technology. With a college roll of around 1700 students there are plans for further expansion due to the College’s success, growing reputation and increased applications.
The college experienced an excellent inspection in October 2023 which strengthened its ‘Good’ Ofsted grading with observations of high quality educational provision and high levels of student attendance and motivation.
To maintain the support and ongoing success of our student outcomes, we have a relentless focus on continuing to improve the quality of teaching, learning and assessment and we have a fabulous team of colleagues who give up an extraordinary amount of time to support their students and their fellow members of staff. The dedication and attention to quality they exhibit is what makes our college so successful.
The curriculum offered is predominantly Level 3 provision of A Levels and Vocational A Level programmes with around 95% of students studying at advanced level. Each year around 75% of students progress to university and this commitment to a truly comprehensive ideal characterises the college. To support this progress to Higher Education, the Honours programme is unique to The Sixth Form Bolton. It offers our students a distinctive set of opportunities for academic achievement and personal development designed to give them the competitive edge they need when applying for the highest quality courses and the most prestigious universities in the country. As a result of this additional support, our alumni includes students who have progressed to many of the UK’s top universities including Oxford and Durham.
Academies in Theatre, Sport and Science further enhance studies and help develop essential skills associated with each discipline. The College has partnerships with Bolton Cricket League supported by the Lancashire Cricket Board and we also work in association with the Octagon Theatre Bolton which is a highly respected regional theatre currently undergoing a redevelopment programme to ensure its ongoing provision of quality productions and accessibility for all.
As well as providing a range of opportunities for those students enrolled at the college, as part of our strategy on inclusion and working in the wider community we have fantastic links with local secondary schools, offering taster days and workshops to Year 10/11 pupils who may be undecided or unaware of their future opportunities to continue their studies. There is also an established and extremely successful RAY programme (Raising Aspirations in Youth) which is designed to equip more able Year 9 and 10 pupils with the necessary skills to excel in their studies and this is led by our dedicated staff with sessions, events and workshops held regularly on college premises.
With a collective focus on ensuring that every student achieves their personal best, the college aims to create a culture and ethos which promotes initiative, curiosity, confidence and independence in all our learners. This aim is supported by the many college wide activities and events that all students participate in and which supports experiences of the world of work, offers opportunities to debate topical subjects and encourages students to come together to raise money and awareness for the many local and national charity events that take place throughout the year.
The Sixth Form Bolton is a wonderful place to work and we welcome applications from those who share our vision and drive for excellence as we aspire to provide outstanding care, outstanding education and outstanding opportunities.
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