Head of Science

The Role: We are seeking to appoint an exceptional Head of Science to lead and further develop both the Science Department and its individual subject areas. The ideal candidate will be an outstanding practitioner with the ability to manage teaching quality, student progress, and the continuous professional development of this high-achieving department. In addition to strong leadership skills, the successful candidate must be able to teach with confidence and expertise, inspiring, challenging, and supporting our well-motivated and high-achieving students.

The School: Immanuel College is entering an exciting new era of educational and physical development, building on our Jewish modern orthodox, co-educational, and independent foundations. At Immanuel, we uphold values that are Kind, Aspirational, Responsible, and Curious, and these principles guide both our students and staff in every aspect of school life. By joining our team, you will be part of a community committed to nurturing students who are compassionate, driven, responsible, and inquisitive. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where young people are happy, fully engaged, and supportive of each other and their community.

We invite passionate and dedicated individuals to help shape a school that is a beacon of Jewish life and learning, grounded in high academic standards, outstanding pastoral care, and an enriching programme of Jewish study.

Staff Benefits: Immanuel College is a vibrant, professional, and caring place to work, where every day brings new challenges and opportunities. We are deeply committed to the emotional and professional well-being of all our staff and believe that happy, well-cared for staff make the best team. We pride ourselves on providing an environment where staff have the freedom to learn and grow. We provide access to a generous pension scheme, a supportive CPD system, membership of a healthcare provider, provision of a Windows Surface laptop during tenure at the School, free lunches, family-friendly policies, free on-site parking, and a range of well-being initiatives.

How to Apply: Please visit our website www.immanuelcollege.co.uk to apply. An Application Form, Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form and the names and contact details of two referees should be sent to Mr Daniel Endlar, Acting Head Master, at jobs@immanuelcollege.co.uk

Closing Date: 10am, Wednesday 19 February 2025.

Interview Date: Week Commencing 24 February 2025.

We retain the right to interview stronger candidates prior to the closing date.

Further Information: If you are interested and wish to have an informal conversation to discuss the role or would like to visit the School, we would be happy to arrange this. Please contact Director of Teaching and Learning Mrs Danielle Kestenbaum at dkestenbaum@immanuelcollege.co.uk

Immanuel College is a thriving and independent successful HMC co-educational Jewish day school for children aged 4 to 18. We welcome, on an equal basis, all applications regardless of faith.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Before making an application for any vacancy, you should familiarise yourself with our Child Protection & Safeguarding, Recruitment and Selection and our Equal Opportunities policies.

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare convictions and cautions (including those which are “spent” unless they are “protected” under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children. The school may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants and all applicants will be required to provide details of their online profile, including social-media accounts, as part of their application.

The safeguarding responsibilities of the post are outlined in the job description.

Acting Head Master: Dan Endlar MChem.

Address: Elstree Road, Bushey, Hertfordshire, WD23 4EB. Tel: 020 8950 0604