Head of Science

Head of Science

Laurence Jackson School

MPS - UPS plus TLR 1b

37 hours per week, Permanent

Required for September 2023 or earlier if possible 

Laurence Jackson School is a 11-16 comprehensive school of 1220 students. Our intake is wide ranging by nature and we are proud of our very inclusive philosophy of ‘Inspiring Excellence’.

We are seeking to appoint a passionate and committed Subject Leader of Science, this is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and inspirational leader or aspiring leader to join our rapidly improving school.

We have:

· A positive and caring ethos and working atmosphere.

· Friendly children, eager to learn and achieve.

· A committed, enthusiastic and supportive staff team.

· Excellent support from the Governing Body, the staff and parents.

· Opportunities for career development.

The successful candidates must have:

• Experience of teaching KS3 & KS4 Science within a secondary school, delivering outstanding results.
• A calm, understanding and friendly personality with a passion for developing student engagement and educational progress.
• The ability to manage behaviour and help students focus on any given task, encouraging students to interact with others and engage in a range of learning activities.
• A professional, dedicated and resilient approach.
• Commitment and dependability within the workplace with ability to use your own initiative.
• The ability to establish good relationships with students, acting as a role model and responding to individual needs.
• The ability to help plan, deliver and assess outstanding learning opportunities for all.

·        The capability to develop others and improve the quality of provision within the Science Department.

We are part of a dynamic and supportive MAT, the Vision Academy Learning Trust, which was established in 2016 and currently consists of three secondary schools, of which one is a teaching school, and five primary schools.

Applications should clearly outline why candidates want to take on the role of Head of Science and where that fits into an overall career plan. Additionally, why they want to work at Laurence Jackson School and what other attributes they have to offer to the wider school ethos should be included.

Application forms and further details are available on the school’s website –

 www.laurencejackson.org or visit Work for us (valt.org.uk)

Please email your completed application form and a 1500 word covering letter to ollerenshawh@laurencejackson.org

Closing Date: Wednesday 08 February 2023 at 08:30am

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre- employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check