Head of Science
Belmont Community School
Durham
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2016
- Apply by:
- 8 May 2016
Job overview
We are looking for an innovative teacher to lead the Science Department at our school. This is an exciting opportunity to join our school which has undergone a transformational change in the last year.
As a passionate Science teacher, you will have the energy and commitment to help drive the development and implementation of new educational initiatives whilst ensuring the highest standards. In return, we will support and encourage you to develop your skills as a middle leader. Applicants keen to develop senior leadership experience are encouraged to apply.
As our name implies, the school lies at the heart of its community: Belmont is a leafy suburb on the outskirts of Durham City. As a result of high expectations, enthusiastic teaching and very positive relationships, students enjoy school and want to do well.
Details are also available via the school website www.belmontschool.org.uk or alternatively contact Elaine Morgan on 0191 3865715
(applications should be emailed to e.morgan@belmontschool.org.uk or posted to the school address).
Closing date for receipt of completed applications is: 9am Monday 9th May 2016
Interviews will take place week commencing: 16th May 2016
Belmont Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.
The County Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We want to develop a more diverse workforce and we positively welcome applicants from all sections of the community.
- Applicants with disabilities will be invited for interview if the essential job criteria are met.
About Belmont Community School
- Belmont Community School
- Buckinghamshire Road, Belmont, Durham
- County Durham
- DH1 2QP
- United Kingdom
Belmont Community School is a popular and successful school for students aged 11-16. It is situated on a spacious green campus site in a leafy eastern suburb of Durham City.
Our vision for the school is quite simple; we want the best for and of our students.
At Belmont we strive to create an environment where we all give our best, in order to achieve the best possible academic standards. We believe every child is an individual and that with clear rules, firm discipline and high quality pastoral care we can give the best opportunities for all children to achieve, irrespective of starting points, background or interests.
Our philosophy is based on the having the highest expectations, doing the simple things right and that hard work will be rewarded.
We are confident that Belmont’s calm and friendly working atmosphere, combined with our strong focus on achievement, the arts and sports, provide children with a great place to learn and succeed in Durham.
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