Head of Science Main Pay Scale/ UPS (Outer) + TLR + Benefits

Full Job Description

Start Date: September 2024

Are you a committed and dedicated Teacher of Science looking for a new challenge? Are you an experienced Head of Department looking for a new opportunity?

A South London based secondary school is looking to recruit a qualified Head of Science to enrich the learning and development of their students.

The successful candidate must be able to teach up to A Level and will ensure high standards of teaching and learning across the subject area through continuously developing and enhancing the quality of teaching and learning. Experience teaching Science is desirable for this role, but not essential.

Qualifications & Experience

The successful candidate will:

• Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree, and, ideally, management training
• Demonstrate successful teaching of GCSE at good or better level
• Have experience of initiation and effective management of change
• Show evidence of raising achievement in present post and showing good value added for groups
• Have knowledge of current curriculum developments in subject and their implications
• Have good knowledge and understanding of current educational thinking
• Show good understanding of how children learn and how to raise standards of achievement
• Have good communication skills in speech and writing
• Display excellent organisational skills
• Be able to build and sustain professional standards and relationships with students
• Be able to contribute towards creating a safe and protective environment

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash. 

If you are interested in this position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.  

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