Head of Science

Required to start in September 2017, an inspirational and motivated Head of Science (to be able to teach either Biology or Physics to A Level) to join our outstanding Academy.

We wish to appoint a well-qualified, experienced and enthusiastic Head of Science who has the ability to lead the Department into the next exciting stage of its development. We are looking for an exceptional professional to join our team of dynamic and motivated teachers and an individual who strives to deliver outstanding lessons across all phases.  The successful candidate needs to have the ability to lead and teach GCSE and A level. 

Building on our values of resilience, respect, responsibility and curiosity, we are seeking a candidate who will drive and nurture the holistic development of each individual student, challenging them in both their academic progress and the characteristics they hold, so that they can become the compelling individuals of the future.

Colston’s Girls’ School (CGS) is the flagship school of the CGS Trust, a multi-academy Trust formed in 2012 which seeks to provide outstanding education for its pupils. Currently the Trust comprises six schools – CGS, the Dolphin School, Kingfisher School, Fairlawn School, Bannerman Road and Barton Hill Primary – with a vision to expand further over the coming period. Colston’s Girls’ School was recently named as the top performing non-selective school in the South West for GCSE performance in 2015.

We are seeking to appoint a creative and innovative practitioner who is not only passionate about their subject but who is keen to develop professionally in the future. There may be the opportunity to work across the Trust in due course.

The closing date for applications is Monday 13 March 2017 at 12 Noon 

It is anticipated that interviews will take place on Wednesday 22 March 2017

Salary – CGST Teacher scale 1-9, £22,465 to £37,605 + £5,518 (4 Leaders of Learning Points)

CGS Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is required for the post prior to commencement.

If you have questions about this role, please contact: John Whitehead, Acting Head of School