Science Lead Practitioner

About the role:

At Stationers’ Crown Woods Academy, we pride ourselves on our excellent relationships between pupils and teachers and our strong ethos of sharing successes and celebrating achievement. We wish to appoint an outstanding Lead Practitioner of Science who will inspire and enthuse a team of Science teachers across the academy to achieve outstanding results. We require an ambitious, determined and committed individual to ensure our pupils achieve at the very highest levels. The successful applicant will drive standards in teaching and learning, attainment and progression, and work with the Science Advisor on priorities in these areas.

The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring quality first curriculum provision that will ensure rapid progression, challenge and enjoyment for all pupils. We are looking for an inspirational leader with enthusiasm, vision and excellent interpersonal skills. For more information, please consult the Job Description and Person Specification.

The salary associated with this role is on the Leadership scale and will be commensurate with the experience and visions that you can bring. Visits to the Academy prior to submitting an application are welcomed; please contact Olivia Couzins on 01322 620 522 / olivia.couzins@latrust.org.uk to do so.

Working at Stationers' Crown Woods Academy:

The Stationers’ Crown Woods Academy joined our Trust in 2014. The campus incorporates nine buildings which include four home schools each serving 450 pupils and students, a Design, Technology and Creative and Performing Arts School, a Sport & Community Education Centre and an Inclusions Hub. Stationers’ Crown Woods Academy is delighted be part of the Leigh Academies Trust who, with the Stationers’ Company and Ravensbourne, will enable the new Stationers’ Crown Woods Academy to enhance our provision and develop a Digital Curriculum fit for the future.

Our objective is to be a flagship Academy where every pupil not only achieves their full potential but also feels an integral part of the organisation. An Academy where no child feels lost and no child is left behind. An Academy where the bonds between parent, teacher and child are so secure that failure is not an option. The unique community that we have built ensures that young people achieve their ambition in a caring environment where they are the center of all that we do.

What are we looking for in you?

To be successful you need to have a proven track record of creating and implementing successful strategies for raising achievement and sharing good practice. You'll be able to evidence leadership skills and the ability to be successful in part of a team. You'll also have the desire and capacity for further promotion within our Trust. As a Trust we feel it is important to hire for the right attitude which is why we look for individuals who are enthusiastic, focused and resilient to the day to day pressures that working in education can bring.

Being part of Leigh Academies Trust:

As part of Leigh Academies Trust you will have the opportunity to collaborate with your peers and share best practice at Academy level and across the whole Trust. This is an important part of our vision as we know through experience that we perform better when we work together. You will also be expected to undertake regular self-development to continue your professional development and hopefully progress further within the organisation. As part of the 'cluster' structure, all of our academies are grouped together in key geographical area to enable them to be able to support each other and share resources. It also offers staff access to career opportunities across the Trust allowing them to progress their career without switching employers. For more information on working for the Trust please visit our careers pages

Diversity at our core:

As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals we all bring something unique to the role regardless of age, gender, race, beliefs or disabilities which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise.

The academy is committed to safeguarding children and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Our commitment to safeguarding is underpinned by robust processes and checks which are in place across the Trust.

Closing Date : 29/04/2016