Head of Science
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Charter School Bermondsey
Southwark
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- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 01/01/2022 (Flexible)
- Apply by:
- 26 October 2021
Job overview
Responsible to: Assistant Principal
Start date: 1st January 2022 (Flexible)
Salary: Competitive
Closing date: Monday 1st November at 12:00 noon
We are seeking to appoint a leader who will play a leading role in driving progress through excellence in teaching and learning. They will be able to show the motivation, leadership and commitment required to achieve ambitious targets for our pupils and for the school as a whole. This is an opportunity for an experienced subject leader or an excellent teacher with curriculum leadership experience who would like to take the next step in their career within a supportive team.
The Trust will review all applications on submission and reserves the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate before the closing date.
About Compass School
Compass School Southwark is a small and friendly four-form entry, mixed, 11-16 free school that opened in September 2013. We are ideally located just a short walk from Bermondsey Tube Station. Compass School will move into a new state-of-the-art building on the neighbouring site in 2023 so this is a fantastic time to be joining our community.
We believe that “everyone in the Compass School Community will confidently reach the destination to which they aspire”. This applies to everyone, including our staff team. Our four values of aspiration, integrity, exploration and resilience are reflected in all areas of the school and our work. We are extremely passionate about ensuring that our students meet the aspirational targets that we set for them through excellent teaching and committed pastoral care.
About the role
The Head of Science will be directly responsible for teaching and learning within the subject and will be line-managed by an Assistant Principal. They will have a specific responsibility for achievement, curriculum development, pedagogy and the effectiveness of teaching and learning across the subject.
Benefits of working at Compass School
We offer competitive inner London salaries and reward great teachers with performance related pay. All staff receive laptops and an annual entitlement to high quality CPD, along with the opportunity to take flexible days off during term-time when needed. We also operate a subsidised healthcare insurance scheme, cycle to work and childcare voucher schemes as well as an employee assistance programme.
For further information about the school and the Trust, go to www.compass-schools.com or contact us at recruitment@compass-schools.com or 0203 542 6506.
Compass Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding children and all appointments will require an enhanced DBS check.
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About Charter School Bermondsey
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The Charter School Bermondsey Formerly (Compass School Southwark)
The Charter School Bermondsey, was established in 2013 with the firm determination to become an exceptional local school. In a relatively short span of time, we have become the preferred choice for many families in our community.
Our school has gained recognition for offering a distinctive educational experience to the children under our care which combines a rigorous academic curriculum with the development of the whole child, personally, and socially as we guide them towards happy, healthy and successful adult lives.
Our goal is to be a world-class institution renowned for its exceptional academic achievements alongside creative, community and sporting opportunities.
Our brilliant and dedicated staff team will work to develop a global perspective in our students and help them achieve their ambitions. Within the Charter School community, we firmly believe that every child can reach their full potential, provided they receive the appropriate support, inspiration, and challenges.
We have identified four core values—aspiration, integrity, exploration, and resilience—that form the foundation of our approach. These values permeate all aspects of school life, including our daily routines, curriculum, and enriching experiences, ensuring a cohesive and supportive environment.
I look forward to working alongside you to ensure that The Charter School Bermondsey offers an incredibly inspiring education for all students.
Our Offer
We are an ambitious small school with small class sizes, a strong sense of community. We offer competitive inner London salaries and reward great teachers with our performance related pay scheme. All staff receive laptops and an annual entitlement to high quality CPD, and:
- Opportunities for flexible working
- Access to high quality CPD including National Professional Qualification
- A new state-of-the-art building opening in 2023 just a stone’s throw from Bermondsey tube
- Cycle to work and childcare voucher schemes
- Employee assistance programme
For further information about the school and the Trust, please go to www.charterbermondsey.org.uk
If you have any questions, contact us at recruitment@charterbermondsey.org.uk or 0203 542 6506.
Our Trust is committed to safeguarding children and all appointments will require an enhanced DBS check.
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