Head of Biology
Dean Close School
Cheltenham
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 01/01/2019
- Apply by:
- 6 June 2018
Job overview
Head of Biology
Dean Close is a co-educational, day and boarding school, set in a beautiful 50-acre site on the edge of Cheltenham town and currently has 510 pupils between the ages of 13-18. Founded in 1886, the School has a strong Christian ethos and greatly values its positive environment and good relations between staff and pupils. Situated on the site are the Senior, Preparatory and Pre-Preparatory schools which share many of the excellent facilities on offer, including a £3m Sports Hall, purpose-built Music and Art Schools, water-based astro pitches and a 550 seat professional Theatre.
The School is seeking to appoint an experienced, well qualified Head of Biology to start in January 2019.
This is a busy department, located on the top floor of the Science block, with three full time teachers and one part time teacher. The Head of Biology works closely with the Heads of Chemistry and Physics within the Science Faculty, which has a total of nine full time teachers and two part time teacher.
The Biology Department teaches from Years 9-13. At GCSE and at A Level, pupil numbers have been excellent in recent years. The Science Faculty has recently introduced a Fast Track Science GCSE option for the most able Year 10 pupils and is transitioning from separate science uptake at GCSE to Double and Triple Award.
Full details of the Department are available on the School website: http://www.deanclose.org.uk/Biology
or if you would like to have an informal discussion about this role, please email the current Head of Department mwwilkes@deanclose.org.uk
For more information about Dean Close School, the full job description plus an application please go to www.deanclose.org.uk/vacancies
Completed application forms should be sent with a covering letter and CV to the Human Resources Manager by email: hr@deanclose.org.uk
Dean Close School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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About Dean Close School
Dean Close School is a co-educational day and boarding school which provides continuity of education from age 2+ to 18. The School was established in 1886, and is set in 50 acres of parkland in the centre of Cheltenham.
Dean Close is renowned for focusing on individual development, helping to nurture each person's strengths and talents. The small classes and excellent learning facilities ensure good, above average academic results. A strong tradition of music, art, sport and drama and a wide spectrum of extra curricular activities make it possible for every child to achieve success and confidence.
The School also offers academic, sports, music, drama, art and all-rounder scholarships.
Ethos
In his speech at this year's Commemoration, the Headmaster stated that:
".... I do not believe that examination results are fundamentally what Dean Close is about or what makes us an outstanding school. It is the formation of character and the acquisition of a value system that will enable young people to live life to the full. These values centre on service to the community and on character traits such as integrity, fortitude, courage, endeavour, loyalty, willingness to take appropriate risks, kindness and love. If schools do not attempt to lay down the bedrock of a value system for young people, society has no hope for the future."
Making a difference is central to the Dean Close ethos. Carpe Diem is more than just a motto. We do not believe that happiness and well-being can simply be taught through timetabled lessons, the unique value of each individual needs to be modelled, lived and enshrined in the School's value system. Dean Close is a Christian school and community. The Christian faith is seen as life-enhancing and dynamic and therefore a positive force in the School even to the many who do not share this faith.
The School's Christian foundation and tradition is very evident in everyday life through the mutual respect and openness of relationships between pupils and between staff and pupils as well as through the emphasis on spiritual as well as academic and personal development. Visitors to Dean Close regularly comment on the friendly welcome they receive, the confidence and maturity of the pupils they meet and the warmth of the community. Dean Close is a place where every individual's talents are seen as important and where every day is seen as an opportunity to do something exciting.
Community, love and relationship lie at the heart of the School.
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