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Head of Department - Science

Head of Department - Science

Horizons Academy Bexley

Abbey Wood, London, SE2

  • Expired
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
27 May 2018

Job overview

We are seeking to appoint a Head of Science for Horizons Academy Bexley (5-16 alternative provision academy) to work as a key member of the middle management team of the school and to deliver Science from Key Stages 3 to 4 including preparing pupils for GCSE Science at the end of Year 11.  

The successful candidate will possess strong subject knowledge, excellent interpersonal qualities and be a role model to staff in terms of outcomes for students as an outstanding practitioner in the classroom.  The role will also involve securing best outcomes for our learners in terms of accreditation and positive pathways by ensuring that pupils are assessed and provided with the right support to enable them to move forward appropriately at the end of Year 11 to further education, training or employment post-16.  The ability to develop and shape schemes of work, support other staff members in their delivery and create a culture where students enjoy and are excited by Science are desirable.  

The ability to manage challenging behaviour whilst forming positive and productive working relationships with students is key.  The successful candidate must be willing to offer a second subject and to work collaboratively as part of the staff team.  

This post is considered to be a customer-facing position; as such it falls within scope of the Code of Practice on English language requirement for public sector workers.  The school therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the person specification. These will be applied during the recruitment/selection and probationary stages.  

Interested candidates are welcome to contact the Executive Head Teacher, Jo Southby (jo.southby@nwhorizonsfederation.org.uk), for a discussion about the post or to arrange a visit to the school.  

References will be requested for those short listed ONLY and prior to interview.  Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted.  

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure and other employment checks.  The school is committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery.  

Closing date: Monday 28th May 2018  

Interviews to be held on 30th May 2018.

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About Horizons Academy Bexley


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School Context

Horizons Academy Bexley provides high quality education and support to pupils in Key Stages 1-4, who have been permanently excluded or are at risk of exclusion from their mainstream school. We also provide a short-term provision at our Satellite centre for learners, who are unable to attend school because of a medical need.

We focus on early intervention, offering a range of services from short term respite to longer term education for students in KS4.

Our aim in KS1 – 3 is to re-integrate the learners back into a mainstream or specialist school via our ‘Refocus programme’. We work closely with external agencies and our partner schools to identify the needs of the child, develop the child’s ability to learn, so that each learner feels confident about being in the classroom.

School Vision

At Horizons Academy, we aspire to provide the best possible experience for all of our pupils, which is underpinned by our core values of Relationships, Respect, Resilience and Readiness.

Our aim is to create a positive learning environment, where each pupil feels safe and happy to contribute to the wider school community. All pupils that attend Horizons Academy can expect support to achieve their goals, whether that be towards positive outcomes at the end of Key stage 4 or an opportunity to be re-integrated into a mainstream or specialist setting.

Our curriculum has been developed to focus on English, Maths and Reading, aimed at closing any gaps in knowledge, so that each pupil is prepared for the next stage of the educational journey. We believe that these fundamental skills are essential to helping pupils become well rounded citizens, who are able to productively contribute to the wider community.

Ultimately, we want all learners to feel confident about their future and in their own ability to live a successful, meaningful life.

Read more on our website: https://horizonsbexley.org.uk

About our Trust

We are committed to raising attainment, encouraging aspiration and supporting social mobility for every single child and young person in our schools, throughout their educational journey.

Our family of schools currently comprises eight mainstream, special and alternative provision academies, together with an outreach service and a music hub across Bromley, Bexley and Surrey.

We are part of London & South East Education Group, sponsored by a high performing further and higher education college. This provides seamless transition for children and young people at every stage of education.

Read more on the trust website: https://lseat.co.uk

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