Director of Science
The Marches Academy Trust
Shropshire
- Expired
- Salary:
- Excellent salary + benefits
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2020
- Apply by:
- 23 February 2020
Job overview
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Director of Science to join our successful team. We are seeking an innovative and motivational leader with excellent subject knowledge and the desire and commitment to raise achievement of students at all levels. The requirement will be to teach Science across KS3, KS4 and KS5. We are looking for a passionate and inspirational professional who would enjoy working in an exciting and rewarding environment and are prepared to contribute fully to school life.
In the Science Department we have:
• Well-equipped classrooms with a variety of interactive facilities
• An enthusiastic and supportive department team
• Hard working students and strong home/school partnerships
• A range of technology to enhance teaching and learning
The Marches is a thriving school, dedicated to ensuring students feel fully supported in all that they do. Learning radiates well beyond the classroom, with a vast array of extra-curricular activities, trips and educational visits taking place each term. Facilities at the school are exceptional, providing students with access to state of the art ICT equipment, extensive sports facilities and fully equipped classrooms.
At The Marches School we can offer:
• An ‘Outstanding’ curriculum offering students a strong core entitlement in English, Mathematics and Science
• A full extra-curricular programme with opportunities for enrichment activities for all
• An excellent opportunity for continued personal development through our Talent Pathway
• A wide range of staff benefits
• Excellent resources and facilities
• An enthusiastic and supportive team of staff, parents and governors
• Laptops and additional benefits for all teachers
The Marches School is a successful, forward-thinking 11-18 Academy, with 1,420 students currently on roll. Located in the attractive border town of Oswestry, the school enjoys a semi-rural location, within walking distance of the town centre. In 2013, The Marches opened its doors to the school's first ever Sixth Formers and now delivers a broad range of A-Levels and boasts modern, spacious Sixth Form Facilities.
There will be an opportunity, for those interested in applying, to visit the school. If you would like to arrange a convenient date and time to attend, or if you have any other queries, please email Sally Wilmot, Deputy Headteacher at: wilmot.s@mmat.co.uk
Interviews will be held on Thursday 27th February 2020
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Attached documents
About The Marches Academy Trust
- The Marches Academy Trust
- C/o The Marches School, Morda Road, Oswestry
- Shropshire
- SY11 2AR
- United Kingdom
The Marches Academy Trust is a multi-academy sponsor based in Shropshire, which was developed from the highly successful Marches School. The Marches School is a National Leader of Education Support School and Chief Executive, Sarah Longville, is a National Leader of Education.
We believe we have the capacity and experience to inspire and motivate students and staff and are committed to developing a family of academy schools with a shared set of visions and values. We believe successful, creative, lifelong learners participate in a journey of self-discovery. They know how to learn, acquire skills and feel safe to take risks with confidence and courage.
As a single organisation, we believe firmly in collaboration and seek to bring schools together, respecting and learning from one another. We believe each school has their own strengths and we are committed to further developing their own individual identity, whilst sharing our core vision and values
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