Head of Science

Hours: 32.5

High Close School is a flourishing residential and day special school catering for up to 94 young people with a complex range of Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. Ofsted has judged education to be ‘Good' (Feb 2018) and we are now working towards becoming outstanding. We are seeking a talented and inspirational teacher with high expectations of learning and behaviour and a belief in the capacity of every child to achieve. This is an exciting opportunity for a well-motivated teacher who is:

• An excellent classroom practitioner.
• Is a current Middle Leader or is ready for the challenge of Middle Leadership.
• Creative in the ways they work with young people and other teachers.
• Calm and patient even in difficult situations.
• Able to build positive relationships at all levels, wanting to make a difference to the lives of young people.

You will have a sound knowledge and background in Science and creative ways to deliver the curriculum. This is a real opportunity to lead this important core subject and support colleagues in their teaching of Science. The role will also offer opportunity for contribution to a varied and vibrant enrichment programme. 

Applications are welcome from teachers with either mainstream or special school experience. This is an exciting post with scope for personal and professional development in the future. We believe in children and work with hope to encourage young people to reach their full potential.

Barnardo's are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

Applicants are encouraged to visit the school.

For further information, please contact Wendy Gosling on 0118 978 5767.

Barnardo's Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.

Our safer recruitment processes mean that the safety and welfare of the child is paramount at every stage of the process and therefore we adopt rigorous scrutiny in our pre-employment checking. Applicants must be willing to undergo relevant pre-employment checks, including references being taken up prior to interview and for the successful candidate, an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education Statutory Guidance.

As part of your application, you will need to provide full details of your employment since leaving secondary education, starting with your current or most recent employment first and then by working backwards, including reasons for leaving. Please also include any periods of voluntary work and/or training, providing reasons for any periods not in employment, education or training.

Closing Date: 26 April 2021

Interview Date: 12 May 2021

Read further about our commitment to safeguarding and our pre-employment checks in our applicant information sheet below.