Head of Science
Outwood Academy Hemsworth
Wakefield
- £51,470 - £56,789 per year
- Expired
- Salary:
- L7 - L11
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Easter 2023
- Apply by:
- 2 December 2022
Job overview
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Head of Science to lead our dynamic department.
The science department has made huge strides under the current Head of Department, whereby we achieved our highest ever GCSE Biology, Chemistry and Physics results in 2021-22 and showed a continued improvement in attainment in Combined Science, leading to 69% of all science qualifications achieving grade 4 or above. Our post 16 is growing and from September we will be offering BTEC Forensic Science alongside our suite of A level sciences. We are now looking to appoint the right candidate to lead the department on its next step on its journey to outstanding..
The Science Department at Outwood Academy Hemsworth is a large and thriving department. Our team of 10 teachers deliver high quality lessons in specialist labs all contained within a purpose-built building. This is supported by our brilliant team of technicians.
As a member of the Outwood Family you will share our vision of “Students First” and be able to work collaboratively with our network of outstanding heads of science and senior leaders . You will be supported on your journey by our Directors of Science.
If you would like a conversation about the position please contact Diane Kershaw, Regional Director of Science by email at d.kershaw@outwood.com or Leanne Jennison, Associate Director of Science by email at l.jennison@outwood.com who will be happy to assist.
For more information and to apply online, please go to: www.outwood.com > Careers.
Closing date: Midday on 2 December 2022.
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About Outwood Academy Hemsworth
- Outwood Academy Hemsworth
- Wakefield Road, Hemsworth, Pontefract
- West Yorkshire
- WF9 4AB
- United Kingdom
Chief Executive Officer: Lee Wilson
Principal: James Pape
We are an 11-18 academy, based in the cathedral city of Wakefield in West Yorkshire, near Leeds, with a curriculum designed to stretch and enrich our students’ experience. Our relentless focus on learning ensures everyone has the right to learn.
Part of the Outwood Family since 2018, we are a welcoming and supportive academy, with a relentless determination to provide the very best education for every child. With a holistic view of education, we aim to create a safe and secure learning community that encourages healthy and sustainable lifestyles and empowers students to pursue career pathways they will find stimulating and deeply rewarding.
In 2021 we completed a new multi-million pound development, the highlight of which was a new 17 classroom teaching block which is home to music and drama rooms, art rooms, a main hall and a dining room. We are proud to have been awarded Gold Status by the Carnegie Centre of Excellence for Mental Health Award.
As we continue to improve and progress, help to take us to the next level.
The Outwood Family of Schools pride ourselves on fully supporting colleagues within the Family both professionally and personally.
We work hard to ensure we reduce workload on staff, allowing more time in the classroom to put our vision of students first, raising standards and transforming lives into practice.
As a founding Trust of the National Institute of Education (NIoT), we will actively invest in your future through working closely with the Outwood Institute of Education and NIoT to offer access to a wide range of CPD opportunities, with all teaching staff receiving a minimum of two hours of CPD each week.
We also offer a generous employment package with a whole host of staff benefits, including family friendly policies, enhanced occupational benefits available (such as maternity, adoption and parental leave) with no qualifying period, funded CPD for qualifications up to and including Masters level plus other exclusive benefits including a partnership with car leasing company, Synergy.
All academies within the Outwood Family have gained the IQM Inclusive Schools Award with 18 having Centre of Excellence status and one holding Flagship status.
If you share our vision, join our family.
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