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Head of Physics

Head of Physics

St John Plessington Catholic College

Wirral

  • Expired
Salary:
MPS/UPS plus TLR 2.2 £5,347
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
19 April 2024

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St John Plessington Catholic College

Head of Physics


Job Title: Head of Physics

Location: St John Plessington Catholic College

Responsible To: Head of Science

Salary Grade: MPS/UPS plus TLR 2.2 £5,347

Contract: This is a full-time, permanent contract

Start Date: 1st September 2024

Closing Date for Applications: Friday 19th April 2024 at 12.00pm


An enthusiastic, dynamic and inspirational Head of Physics is required to join a thriving and successful curriculum area. 


This role represents an incredibly exciting opportunity for any candidate who is eager to be a part of an organisation that seeks to secure the very highest educational standards for students, who has high standards, commitment, passion, and the ability to teach across the full range of age and ability.


The successful candidate will share in our vision for Catholic Education as part of a successful and experienced Physics department, which is committed to raising academic standards for all students whilst supporting the spiritual and moral development of the whole person.


St John Plessington Catholic College is a Voluntary Aided Catholic 11-18 Academy. We are part of the Holy Family Catholic Multi Academy Trust. We serve the population of the Wirral and are oversubscribed in all year groups.


We are looking for a Head of Faculty who: 

  • Wants to transform children’s lives and develop a love of Physics
  • Can be accountable for student progress and development within the subject area
  • Is an excellent classroom practitioner
  • Can effectively manage and deploy teaching/support staff, financial and physical resources within the department to support the designated subject portfolio
  • Can lead a department and develop and enhance the teaching practice of others
  • Work well with staff and students alike
  • Are looking to join a community of schools that promotes the formation of young people into successful citizens
  • Are interested in developing their practice and committed to their own professional development


We offer:

  • A unique opportunity to work for a MAT which includes the lead school for Cheshire and Wirral Maths Hub and a cutting edge Teaching School Hub. 
  • Mentoring and high level training
  • Encouragement to develop your career with excellent promotion opportunities and opportunities to engage in system leadership
  • A caring environment with well-being and work/life balance at its core.
  • Inclusion in whole school and MAT teams – working together to achieve ambitious outcomes whilst valuing every individual’s contribution
  • Fantastic employee benefits such as: an electric car scheme, eyecare vouchers, flu vaccination clinics, cycle2work scheme, please see the attached information for a full list of comprehensive benefits


In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, Holy Family Multi Academy Trust will undertake general online searches for all shortlisted candidates, this may include social media and video platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tik Tok and You Tube. Online searches will only examine data that is publicly available, and the aim is to identify any incidents or issues. Any areas of concern will be discussed during the interview process. To assist in this part of the process we would appreciate it if you would complete the attached Social Media form and return it with your application.


The Trust is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, disability,

marital status, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or pregnancy/maternity. All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK. 


The successful applicant will be subject to relevant clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service.


To apply for this position, please send a covering letter, a completed application form and the completed recruitment documents attached to the vacancy listing to recruitment@hfcmat.com. Applications should be marked for the attention of Mr P McLoughlin, Headteacher. For further information please visit the ‘Vacancies’ section on our website www.stjohnplessington.com.

If we receive a high volume of relevant applications, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised closing date, so please apply as soon as you can.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and individually take responsibility for doing so.

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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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