Head of Faculty - Science

About this Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an outstanding Science Teacher to lead our Science Faculty. The Head of Faculty will lead the curriculum team in providing high standards of teaching and promote a positive learning environment across the whole department. The successful candidate will lead a team of seven teachers in a warm and welcoming department where standards of teaching and learning are very high, and where results are consistently strong. You will be an inspiring leader, with excellent interpersonal skills, who will be strongly supported to develop in the role, both by colleagues within the school and across the Meridian Trust.

The Opportunity

• To take the lead of further improving the standards of the Science faculty.
• Help to build, communicate and implement a shared vision within the team.
• Contribute to the operational leadership of the academy, working alongside members of the senior leadership team.
• Make a positive contribution to the development of cross Trust strategies that impact on teaching, learning, achievement, staff development and student welfare.

The ideal candidate

• Able to embrace working collaboratively within a growing and forward-thinking department.
• Will possess a strong record of accomplishment together with the ability to teach challenging and enjoyable lessons across all key stages.
• Has Qualified Teacher Status and a good educational background including a good Honours Degree or equivalent.
• Can evidence both curricular and pastoral responsibilities.
• Has high personal standards in terms of attendance, punctuality and organising workload.
• Is an excellent communicator with great interpersonal skills.
• Has a positive, enthusiastic, and professional approach towards work.
• Has up to date CPD and a willingness to undergo further training and development.
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Benefits of working for us:

As a multi-academy trust of 30 schools, Meridian Trust can provide a wide network of opportunities for collaboration and career development for both teaching and support staff. With an initial teaching training facility and a teaching hub network within our Trust, there are ample opportunities to both, get into teaching, and develop within the profession.  

As well as the above we also offer: 

• Unlimited access to CPD via Meridian Learning  
• Free annual eye tests 
• Access to a free Employee Assistance Programme, offering mental health and wellbeing support  
• Unlimited value cycle to work scheme  

To see the full range of benefits available, please visit Employee Benefits - Meridian Trust 

Principal's Message 

Ms Emma Appadoo  

I am very proud to be Principal at Lincroft Academy. Within our vibrant learning community, we share a common goal; to continually strive for excellence. At Lincroft, we maintain exceptionally high expectations and standards in everything we do, ensuring that our students receive the best possible education. We commit to educating, inspiring and supporting our students so that they can become exceptional learners, confident and empowered to make a rewarding contribution to society.

Our curriculum is designed to seamlessly build upon the foundation laid in primary school, preparing our students for post-16 education. High-quality teaching enables our students to achieve very well. Lincroft Academy now has some of the highest performing GCSE outcomes in Bedford and are above the national average. While we take immense pride in our students’ achievements, we remain committed to continuous improvement.

Every child at Lincroft Academy is known, valued and supported to be the best they can be. Our foremost priority is to create a safe and nurturing environment where students thrive. We promote kindness, respect and good manners, just as families do at home, so that our students can become decent adult citizens. Students at Lincroft are well supported through our House System because they work with the same team of staff throughout their Lincroft journey. This system of support fosters belonging, ensures students are known well and strengthens relationships and communication with families. Our comprehensive Inclusion Hub allows us to provide tailored support to students, regardless of their background or needs. Working alongside each other, being supportive and caring is integral to who we are. Our partnership with parents and carers is highly valued and we know that this is an essential part of a positive educational experience for our students.

Our staff are absolutely committed to the education of our students; they are passionate, dedicated and many of them send their children here too. Some of our ex-students now teach here. This speaks volumes about the sense of community at Lincroft. The opportunities provided at Lincroft are broad and many and, even then, continue to grow; from sports to the arts, business and careers – our curriculum extends very much outside the classroom. Our students consistently excel in sports and the arts, enhancing our strong reputation in these areas.

We are proud to be part of Meridian Trust, who look after a total of 30 academies including many in Bedfordshire. We have access to extensive knowledge, expertise and resource, not just at Lincroft, but across the entire Meridian network. This broader community provides our students with additional opportunities and experiences alongside their peers from other academies. This has also opened up investment opportunities to help modernise the school building and facilities.

As a parent of two children myself, I am personally committed to ensuring that the education we deliver at Lincroft is nothing less than I would accept for my own children. Lincroft Academy is a place where every child has the opportunity to realise their potential. We warmly welcome you to our community.

For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack.

Applications will be reviewed as received. Meridian Trust reserves the right to close applications early if a suitable candidate is sourced. To avoid disappointment, please submit your application early!

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as social media checks.