Head of Science and Technology Faculty

King Edward VI Academy is now recruiting for a Full Time Head of Science and Technology Faculty. This role could be your next career opportunity.

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead.  From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role 

Key influencing role in the construction and implementation of innovative practice in the faculty

Lead a team of discrete subject areas to build coherence within the context and framework of the Academy’s vision and strategic goals

To be accountable for the quality of teaching and learning within the faculty and for students’ progress and attainment

The development and implementation of the curriculum offer within the faculty in line with the Academy’s curriculum plan

To lead and develop the faculty to deliver high quality teaching and learning to improve standards, levels of engagement and to raise aspirations

To incorporate and exploit the Academy specialisms in the work of the faculty in order to support and enrich learning and to enhance achievement

To set high expectations for standards of teaching, learning, conduct and relationships, and to model good practice

To deploy staff effectively across the faculty to maximise learning and achievement and meet student needs

Salary & Benefits

MPS1-UPS3 £25,714-£41,604 FTE per annum +TLR 1.1 £8291

Access to Teachers’Pension Scheme

CPD including Senior Leader and Knowledge Development Courses

Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education

Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

Rewards and Recognition Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

·   Qualified Teacher Status

·   Very strong track of professional development

·   The ability to plan strategically, to set out clear aims and objectives and to manage transformational change successfully

·   The ability to carry out rigorous self-evaluation and review and to act on the findings in order to bring about improvement

·   The ability to lead and manage individuals and teams of staff so as to bring out the best in them and the best outcomes for                      students

·   The ability to provide effective support to staff so as to ensure the maintenance of good conduct and relationships

·   A record of consistently delivering  good and outstanding lessons that result in students meeting or exceeding KPI targets

·   An in depth knowledge of best practice in teaching, learning and assessment for learning

·   A thorough understanding of how to use performance data to monitor standards of attainment and to plan appropriate                              interventions

·   Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire confidence, trust and respect amongst staff, students and families

·   Excellent oral and written communication skills and confidence in the use of new technologies

·   Experience of  carrying out effective classroom observation to reliably assess standards of teaching, learning and attainment to              Ofsted criteria

·   Successful experience of embedding cross curricular approaches to learning

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. 

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing multi-academy trust in the country.  Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 34 schools across the country, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas, our first All Through school and a special school which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please click on 'apply now'

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.