Subject Leader of Science

Subject Leader of Science

MPS - UPS plus TLR 1b

37 hours per week, Permanent

Required for September 2023

Egglescliffe is a highly successful and oversubscribed mixed comprehensive 11 – 18 school. Our visitors comment on the extremely positive learning atmosphere at the school and the focus on every student achieving and exceeding their potential. We are part of a dynamic and supportive MAT, the Vision Academy Learning Trust, which was established in 2016 and currently consists of three secondary schools, of which one is a teaching school, and five primary schools.

We seek to appoint an outstanding leader and classroom practitioner who has high aspirations and the enthusiasm, energy and commitment to lead our science department as we move to the next stage in our development and achieve even greater success. We strive to develop the very best practice in teaching and learning and create inspirational learning experiences for all of our students. The successful candidate would, likewise, be committed to the development of themselves and others within the science department. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with the passion and enthusiasm to lead the development of our innovative and exciting science curriculum, with the support of the Trust Director and Science. All three sciences are a popular choice at A Level and the department has a successful track record of students progressing to Oxbridge and Russell Group universities.

Our Science Department is:

• Highly successful, with students making above national average progress at GCSE and A-level
• Committed to sustaining and improving results across all levels and Key Stages
• A collaborative and supportive department
• Innovative, creative and student centred
• Following AQA at GCSE and A-Level

The successful candidate must:

• An outstanding teacher
• Be an enthusiastic and committed teacher and leader with vision, drive and commitment
• Have a passion for developing student engagement and educational progress
• Have an innovative approach to teaching and learning and model excellence in the classroom
• Be proficient in planning, assessment and target setting so that all children make good or better progress
• Have an ability to inspire and support all students to achieve their full potential
• Be someone with outstanding subject knowledge to lead and develop the curriculum and work collaboratively with other TLR post holders to develop the wider science curriculum
• Have an ability to raise attainment at KS3, 4 and 5, having a measurable impact at both an individual and departmental level
• Be able to lead the monitoring and evaluation of quality teaching and standards.
• Have an ability to develop innovation in teaching and learning, motivating and inspiring both colleagues and students through outstanding teaching.
• Able to motivate and inspire staff and students to achieve their full potential
• Hold a relevant teaching qualification and QTS

Egglescliffe School can offer you a professional challenge and a rewarding opportunity, working with a collaborative school that is passionate about the progress and development of every student.

For further information about the role and to download an application form, please visit www.egglescliffe.org.uk and send your completed application with a 1500 word covering letter to: vacancies@egglescliffe.org.uk

Mrs L. Oyston, Executive Head teacher, Egglescliffe School, Urlay Nook Road, Egglescliffe, Stockton on Tees. TS16 0LA or email to: vacancies@egglescliffe.org.uk

Closing date: Friday 10th March 2023 09:00am

Interviews will be held: w/c 13th March 2022

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre- employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check