Head of Science

Head of Science

Permanent, Full Time

Required as soon as possible

Pay: MPS/UPS + TLR 2.2 + SEN Allowance (with the opportunity for further immediate leadership progress and experience)

We are seeking to appoint an ambitious and inspirational Head of Science to join an improving and ambitious team across Kingsmead schools.

This post provides an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader to play a key part in establishing science as an inspirational experience as part of the curriculum offer across Kingsmead Schools. This post would suit a colleague that is passionate about teaching science, leading change and working with pupils with a range of additional learning needs.

We have a commitment to improving the life chances of our pupils and we consistently strive to promote excellent outcomes for pupils. The post holder would play a role as part of a supportive and reflective team that is keen to reflect on strengths and build on areas for further development. The new leader of this key curriculum area will be able to help the department continue to grow and flourish whilst having the opportunity to innovate and explore new ways to maximise the potential of our pupils.

The successful candidate will be able to engage and enthuse our pupils and motivate a diverse range of staff across multiple sites within the city of Derby. Our mantra “we never give up” underpins our approach to engaging pupils and guides our values, it is important that the successful candidate can embrace and embody this philosophy.

We understand that our staff team are at heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and cooperation with a high regard for personal and professional development. If you feel that you have the ability and drive to enable our students to reach their full potential, joining our school also offers many personal benefits including:

• A committed and passionate staff team
• A strong commitment to your continuing professional development and training opportunities
• Regular well-being support
• A supportive environment where your talents will be encouraged, nurtured and rewarded 

Kingsmead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and other vetting procedures including the provision of two good references. 

For further details please view the attached documents visit our website  https://www.kingsmead.derby.sch.uk

We strongly encourage all potential candidates to visit the school prior to interview. If you would like to discuss this role further or arrange a visit please contact Sharon Baker, Senior Administration Officer by phone on 01332 973830 or by email s.barker@kingsmead.derby.sch.uk

Closing date: 17th February 2023 9am

Interviews will be held on: Monday 27th February 2023