Head of Science

Following the promotion of our current Head of Science, an opportunity has arisen to join our Ofsted Good (September 2021) academy. We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic, experienced Head of Science with the ability to inspire and lead our Science department. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher to further develop both classroom and leadership skills.

We are looking for a Head of Science to join our school. You must have high expectations of all stakeholders including a belief that exceptional progress can be made with strong teachers and dedicated pupils working together.

You will be supported by a strong leadership team as well as subject experts from the United Learning advisory team. The school will expect you to continually develop your staff whilst also supporting and developing your skill set in both teaching and leadership.

We believe in classrooms which are free from disruption and maximise learning time by using 'Teach Like a Champion' techniques to create purposeful classrooms. Every member of staff at our school plays a pivotal role in our 'Education with Character' programme, which is driven through teaching staff, middle leaders and senior staff. We welcome applications from those who would like to work flexibly.

George Eliot Academy is a rewarding and professionally stimulating place to work. We are a mixed secondary school where pupils feel a real sense of belonging and there is a culture of mutual respect. We are passionate about our vision to develop successful pupils who are independent, well-rounded, behave well and with integrity and live happy and fulfilled lives.

Our vision is “We aim for excellence and improved pupils’ achievement, through an inclusive academic culture based on high aspirations and expectations. Our excellent daily practices embed our culture of kindness, gratitude and hard work; our STAR values and family ethos shape the character of our pupils.”

If you share our vision and would like to work in our close knit and family-orientated school, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Our offer:

• You will be working in an academy that “…. places kindness alongside ambition in the values it promotes” (Ofsted 2021)
• You will be working within an experienced, ambitious, forward thinking and highly effective team
• You will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with other United Learning schools
• We will support your ongoing continuing professional development
• You will be fully supported by your colleagues within the school to ensure you have the tools to deliver success and reduce your workload

You will be:

• An outstanding teacher with a track record of good and pupil outcomes
• Able to build effective working relationships with pupils and staff
• Able to provide stimulating and engaging experiences for our children, challenging them to achieve beyond their expectations and supporting them to become lifelong learners
• Willing and committed to developing and sharing outstanding teaching practice
• Able to work in partnership with children, parents, staff, governors and the wider community

Benefits of working for United Learning:

• More pay, more time, and more support.
• We offer the best pay in the sector, three extra INSET days for planning, guaranteed personal days, great training for your career, and more.
• Teach with United Learning for a more rewarding career.

How to apply- See Application pack