Head of Science

Tes are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Head of Science on a full-time permanent basis from January 2022.

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of Norfolk’s leading co-educational secondary schools, situated in the coastal village of Caister, just 20 miles from the vibrant city of Norwich. It is well regarded for excellence in performing arts and English, with aspirations to lead nationally in all areas. As part of a renowned trust, they work in collaboration with other local Academies and receive development opportunities and support from the trust at a national level.

It is a growing multi-academy trust educating over 13,000 children in England. It was established in 2010 to work in England’s post-industrial cities and coastal towns: areas of economic disadvantage and with a history of academic underachievement. They transform these schools by integrating a knowledge-rich curriculum with skills and creativity.

The successful candidate will lead a hard-working team of subject specialists, keen to bring science education in line with other exceptional areas of the school.  They will be supported in their task by a second in department, senior leaders, a trust-wide network of collaborative middle leaders and a friendly and welcoming staff.  

The school are seeking a leader who:

• Has a relevant degree and holds UK Qualified Teacher Status

• Has a passion for education and a special gift of communicating that passion

• Is innovative, self-motivating and able to inspire others

• Has the ability to teach outstanding lessons across the age and ability range

• Has the highest expectation for the attainment of all young people

• Enjoys working as part of a team to ensure the success of our community

• Is driven to relentlessly remove barriers to students’ success

Some key responsibilities:

• Promote and uphold the values and ethos of the trust in the school, such that the highest achievements are expected from all members of the community

• Formulate, devise and agree plans to achieve excellence in the team

• Take responsibility for rapidly raising academic standards and ensure the highest standards of learning outcomes

• Ensure the provision of a high-quality, relevant, and dynamic curriculum within the curriculum framework that matches the needs of all pupils

• Drive innovation in the department, ensuring the academy is able to respond to a changing external environment and that the skills, learning and aspirations of children and young people are developing and enhanced at all key stages

• Ensure a high level of staff morale and ownership of the academy’s values and policies

The school offers:

• A thriving, innovative learning community, committed to excellence

• A supportive, welcoming community of professionals

• Extensive development and collaboration opportunities, through the trust network

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity and 'Quick Apply' below! For more information please contact katie.rossiter@tes.com REF KR 1490133

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