Science Subject Lead

Bede's requires an experienced and child-focused individual to join our Prep School as our Science Subject Lead.

Our vision is for Bede’s to be a place “where every child finds joy in their pursuit of brilliance”. Outstanding academic leadership is fundamental to our ability to deliver this vision and achieve our mission of crafting a more joyful education for our pupils.

This is an exciting opportunity for the individual to provide structured leadership for our Science teachers, to demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge, to plan, prepare and teach lessons across the age and ability range and above all else to safeguard and promote the welfare of all young people at Bede’s.

Reporting to the Head of Faculty (STEM) the post holder will work together to ensure that an appropriate, challenging and effective curriculum is provided for all pupils.

The School seeks to find the ideal person to lead the teaching of Science in a way that supports it in:

• Cultivating a vibrant learning environment, motivating pupils to pursue their individual best
• Providing a festival of opportunities, enabling pupils to discover new passions and develop new talents
• Building a kind-hearted community, inspiring pupils to enhance the lives of others. 

Please note that as part of this role, the individual will be required to be a form tutor, overseeing the pastoral care of the children. 

This is a Permanent, Term-Time only role. The working hours are 8:00 - 18:00, Monday - Friday.

Salary dependent on experience with a proposed start date of 27 August 2023.

Bede’s offer a range of benefits including;

• Competitive rates of pay
• A generous company pension with salary sacrifice options
• Discount on nationwide gym memberships
• Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Employee Assistance Scheme
• Eye care vouchers
• Death in Service
• Fee remission
• Various salary sacrifice schemes
• A free lunch provided each day
• Idyllic working location by the sea & much more!

For further information about the role and qualifications required, please see the job description below.

To apply, please complete an Application Form and return it to recruitment@bedes.org

Application Form

Job Description

Closing date: 9.00am on Wednesday, 12th April 2023.

Bede’s Trust is committed to building a truly inclusive school and cultivating a culture of equality, diversity and kindness. We believe that a diverse staff body reflects and supports the diversity of our students and wider society. We are an equal opportunity employer and in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expressions, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

Bede’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.