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Head of Biology

Head of Biology

St John Plessington Catholic College

Wirral

  • Expired
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
8 May 2016

Job overview

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. Please note that, although the Governors reserve the right to prioritise Catholic applicants, being a practising Catholic is not a requirement for this particular position.

The Governors would like to invite applications from enthusiastic teachers for the post of Head of Biology at St John Plessington Catholic College.

St John Plessington Catholic College is an outstanding and oversubscribed 11-18 College. We were designated as a National Teaching School in April 2014 and are one of four North West Licensees to deliver the NPQML /SL and NPQH.

In May 2013, we were judged by OFSTED to be Outstanding in every category under the new inspection framework. In 2013 our Investors in People Gold Award status was renewed. The College received the prestigious award of TES “Outstanding Secondary School of the Year” in 2010, and in 2013 we received the TES National Award for “Numeracy and Mathematics” and were shortlisted for the TES National Award for “Literacy and English”. We achieved fantastic examination results in the summer of 2015 – 61% 5 A*-C GCSEs, including English and Maths; and at A Level 57% of all awards were at A*, A or B grade.

OFSTED Inspection – May 2013:

  • The students at St John Plessington are the jewels in the crown of this outstanding college.
  • Behaviour and safety of pupils are outstanding.
  • The Leadership and Management are outstanding.
  • The achievement of pupils is outstanding.
  • The quality of teaching is outstanding.
  • Teachers have high expectations of their students.
  • The behaviour of students is exemplary. They are happy, safe and have real pride in their college.
  • Students value the strong relationships they have with each other and their teachers. These relationships, built on a foundation of mutual respect, create an atmosphere where outstanding learning can take place.
  • The outstanding leadership of the head teacher supported by passionate and determined colleagues are central to the success of the college. They share an unwavering belief that all students can achieve their potential.

Closing date for applications: Monday 9th May 2016, 12 noon.

About St John Plessington Catholic College

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+44 151 6455049

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About St John Plessington Catholic College

St John Plessington Catholic College Voluntary Academy is a good and oversubscribed 11-18 college based in Benington on the Wirral.

The College became an Academy in 2012 and is part of Holy Family Catholic MAT comprising six other schools.

We strive to develop excellence in all we do, empowering an inclusive community, founded on Gospel values.

OFSTED Inspection – November 2022:

What OFSTED has said about us:

  • Pupils and sixth-form students at this school access a high-quality education.
  • Leaders have designed a curriculum which is ambitious for all, including pupils with SEND.
  • Leaders make sure that teachers use assessment strategies effectively to identify gaps in pupils’ knowledge.
  • Leaders are ambitious for every pupil to read confidently.
  • Leaders have recently raised their expectations of pupils’ behaviour and conduct.
  • Leaders put pupils’ spiritual and moral development at the heart of school life.
  • Staff told inspectors that leaders support them well. They recognise the recent work that leaders have done to improve their well-being and workload.
  • Leaders ensure a strong culture of safeguarding. They take steps to make sure that pupils and students are safe.

What we can offer:

  • The opportunity to make a significant difference to our children’s lives in an environment that has high aspirations for all.
  • The chance to help shape and develop our other school through collaborative leadership and dynamic interpersonal skills
  • A working environment that is modern and professional
  • Great experience for those who want to work at the very highest level in education
  • A comprehensive, tailored CPD offer at every level

St John Plessington Catholic College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

St John Plessington is easily accessible via public transport from Liverpool and Chester and is located 5 minutes away from junction 4 of the M53.

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