Head of Chemistry

The School are looking to appoint a Head of Chemistry. The Head of Chemistry is committed to delivering the school’s vision and the high ambitions for the school’s future. Their clear strategic and operational activity leads to sustained improvements and raised standards across the organisation. The Head of Chemistry communicates to others clearly and regularly to their team and those they may work with about the strategic direction of “Development and Standards” policy and the operational functions for which they are accountable. In addition, they ensure that the systems that are introduced are understood and embedded in the every-day work of their Department including any subject specialisms that form part of the area’s work. The Head of Chemistry seeks to challenge underperformance and remove barriers to inclusion and achievement. The Head of Chemistry is an outstanding teacher and tutor who consistently models Professional Standards. They actively seek out best practice and inspires others also to continue to improve. The Head of Chemistry actively supports the activities of the school community and the wider community it serves. 

Application Closing Date: Monday 17 April 2023, 09:00

Interview Date: Thursday 20 April 2023 / Friday 21 April 2023

Early applications are advised as the School reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the application process.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. As this role involves 'regulated activity' with children the successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure application. Employment will be conditional upon the School being satisfied with the result of the Enhanced DBS check and the outcome of all other checks. 

The School will also carry out a check of the Children's Barred List on the successful applicant. Applicants should be aware that it is unlawful for the School to employ anyone to work with children if they are barred from doing so, and it is a criminal offence for a person to apply to work with children if they are barred from doing so.

This role is also exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask shortlisted applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.