Second in Charge of Science

Would you like to work in a small school in a big community? At Prendergast Vale School we believe all our pupils can achieve success in life by working hard and being kind.

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational teacher to take on the role of Second in Charge of Science from September 2024.

We offer a supportive close knit and ambitious faculty and staff body. As a well established department with experienced teachers and leaders within the team we have high quality schemes of work and a clear approach to pedagogy and teaching in Science. We are excited to appoint a Second in Charge of Science who will work in partnership with the Head of Science to raise outcomes in a team that is performing above national at a strong pass. Computer Science sits within the Faculty of Science.

You will be passionate about teaching and learning of Science, with the vision, commitment and determination to raise standards across all levels and abilities.

The successful candidate will have:

•      an excellent track record of raising attainment and examination results at Key Stages 4;

•      evidence of outstanding teaching across Key Stage 3 and 4;

•      proven ability and enthusiasm to motivate students and staff;

•      the ability to raise expectations and aspirations of students of all abilities;

•      an understanding of effective strategies for urban schools;

•      a desire to share experiences and good practice with colleagues.

Prendergast Vale School is a small all-through school providing high quality education from nursery to Year 11, which aims to transform the lives of all the children who attend the school. By keeping the school small, we have created a community of pupils and teachers where no pupil is left behind which has enabled us to create an environment in which pupils want to learn, achieve and behave well. It is one of the top performing mixed schools for E-Bacc in Lewisham. The school benefits from being part of the Leathersellers’ Federation of Schools and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with colleagues across the Trust.

Being part of a successful Federation of Schools, located within easy travelling distance of each other, enables the schools to support each other and share best practice and resources. It also enables the Federation to offer staff the opportunity to develop their career as we are committed to developing and promoting from within wherever possible.

We are dedicated to creating a work environment that our colleagues can enjoy, our students can benefit from, and where work complements life. For this reason, we encourage everyone to discuss with us their flexible working requirements during the recruitment process so that we can find the best working solution for them and their role.

To find out more about what it is like to work for the Federation please click here.

To apply, please click here.

Interviews:         Thursday 18 April 2024                          

Please note CVs are not accepted.

The Leathersellers’ Federation of Schools 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 qualifications, experience checks, medical clearance, enhanced DBS checks, social media checks and documentary evidence showing your entitlement to work in the UK.