Head of Science

Head of Science

Hours: Full time 

Salary: Based on experience. Allowance TLR 1D

Required for September 2018   

St. Aloysius’ College is a successful North Islington R.C. Comprehensive school. We take pride in our friendly and inclusive school community with its commitment to supporting pupils and staff in achieving their full potential.

You will be joining a progressive and dynamic department that achieves an average of 90% Grade A*-C in triple sciences and 71% A*-C Additional Sciences. 

At KS5, we are offering all Sciences: Physics, Chemistry and Biology up to A2 levels with AQA. AQA GCSE Sciences are taught at KS4 as well as BTEC Applied Science Level 3.

In our Ofsted inspection in March 2012 we received an Outstanding judgement in all four key areas and an overall Outstanding assessment.

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, innovative and forward thinking Science specialist to join our thriving school and play a pivotal role in shaping the school’s Science curriculum, leading and managing the Science department effectively.

The successful candidate will:

· Be able to teach science up to KS5;

· Take a lead role, developing and leading an exciting Science curriculum which enables the highest level of pupil progress and attainment;

· Have oversight of Science teaching throughout the school;

· Possess a clear understanding of the current curriculum, assessment and pedagogical developments relating to Science at all Key Stages;

· Have exceptionsl subject knowledge;

· Be a form Tutor;

· Be expected to play a full part in the extra-curricular activities of this forward thinking school

CPD opportunities are supported.

St. Aloysius’ College is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Apply: An application form is available via the school’s website http://www.sta.islington.sch.uk/. Please complete and. email your completed application form to Debbie McDonagh and Sadia Salami or drop off the application to the school office.

We can offer you:

· An excellent benefits package including discounted gym membership, childcare vouchers scheme and season ticket loans via Islington CS.

· A fantastic working environment for staff.

· A great career opportunity to develop professionally with a number of CPD opportunities

· Fantastic location, close to a number of shops and eateries.The school is located approximately half a mile from Archway and Highgate Northern Line Tube stations.  

St. Aloysius’ College is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  

This appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and positive references.    

For more information on St Aloysius or this vacancy, please see our website: 

http://www.sta.islington.sch.uk 

or contact:

Debbie McDonagh (HR Officer) OR Sadia Salami (School Business Manager) on 0207 561 7800

or email:   

mcdonagh.d@sta.islington.sch.uk 

salami.s@sta.islington.sch.uk