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Head of Science

Head of Science

Becket Keys Church of England Secondary School

Essex

  • Expired
Salary:
TLR1
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
January or Easter 2020
Apply by:
25 November 2019

Job overview

It is an exciting time at Becket Keys Church of England School (Outstanding, 2014). We are working hard to build upon the exam successes of our founding cohorts, whilst also establishing our new 6th Form into its third year.  

Due to the promotion of our current post holder, we are seeking a Head of Science to lead Science across the key stages. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a high performing department and contribute to Trust wide development. We welcome applicants from any science-based specialism, the appointee will also teach across the key stages developing a department at a very exciting time for the school. 

If you are an exceptional candidate ready for the next step in your career or an existing, Head of Department seeking a new challenge, we would like to hear from you. The Russell Education Trust (RET) offers a wealth of support and expertise to help you in this role. 

The appointee will be committed to our high expectations and core Christian values. However, we welcome applications from teachers irrespective of their faith or lack of it.  All we ask is that all applicants appreciate and respect the beliefs of others and have strong moral principles.

Staff will be provided with a comprehensive induction programme and laptop.

For further information about our school, please visit our website at www.becketkeys.org. Please email us at vacancies@becketkeys.org if you would like to discuss this role further.  Visits are encouraged, so please email us for details of our forthcoming tours.

Relocation packages, discounted on-site child care, and child care vouchers are available; please discuss at the time of application. 

To Apply 

Please complete both our application form and equalities monitoring form and email it with a personal statement to vacancies@becketkeys.org. 

Becket Keys is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Closing date:  

Monday 25th November 2019 (noon). 

Please apply promptly, as interviews will held as soon as possible

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About Becket Keys Church of England Secondary School

Becket Keys Church of England School is situated in Brentwood, Essex. This town is in a semi-rural setting and is just under half an hour to London by train. The area has excellent transports links via the M25, A12 and A127 road network.  Brentwood is a great place to base yourself in order to enjoy Essex and the surrounding countryside and the excitement of London.

Becket Keys offers a high quality education in a caring, Christian environment in which each student is known, valued and encouraged to achieve his/her individual potential. We are committed to outstanding academic performance and to fostering a love of learning in our students.

At Becket Keys:

Our students

  • Act responsibly and respectfully
     
  • Aim high in life and learning
     
  • Engage with and contribute to the local community
     

Our staff
 

  • Support all students to achieve their greatest academic potential
     
  • Provide a nurturing environment where students and their individual learning needs are known by all
     
  • Encourage parental engagement
     

We place emphasis on all members of our community co-operating with others considerately and honestly, promoting the understanding that with rights come responsibilities.

We recognise the hard work and commitment shown by our staff and as well as competitive salaries, all our teachers have professional development opportunities individually tailored to where they are in their careers. Newly Qualified Teachers are supported with a programme run by members of the Senior Leadership Team.

Staff are provided with tea and coffee during the day when required and have the use of a designated staff room. We welcome staff to eat with our students in our restaurant at lunch time where our catering partners prepare delicious meals every day.

If you are looking for a positive atmosphere and a great place to work then look no further than Becket Keys!

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