Head of Science

A Science Subject Leader is Required in Burgess Hill - Please read on...

An exciting opportunity awaits a passionate and highly effective educator to join the Leadership team as the Head of Science. This role involves leading the delivery and assessment of the Science Curriculum across both Primary and Secondary phases. The successful candidate will oversee and monitor the Science Department across all areas of the multi-site school, playing a crucial role in delivering and modelling high-quality lessons. This position offers the chance to broaden the students' access to a comprehensive and balanced curriculum. The role includes a 0.8 teaching timetable, with 0.2 allocated for PPA and management time.

We are looking for someone who is deeply passionate about Science and dedicated to providing exceptional education for children who may exhibit challenging behaviours. Understanding complex needs and having experience with social and emotional health difficulties are essential.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be an outstanding practitioner who inspires students and colleagues.
• Creatively design, uphold, deliver, and quality assure a rigorous, academic curriculum.
• Believe in the potential for every student to succeed.
• Be flexible, strategic, resilient, and able to work collaboratively with specialist agencies.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the school.
• Have high ambitions for students, the College, and themselves.
• Possess excellent organisational and ICT skills.
• Show enthusiasm for their subject and share this passion with students and the wider team.
• Have excellent subject knowledge and the ability to teach additional subjects.
• Demonstrate significant, relevant teaching experience with the ability to personalise learning and deliver engaging, creative, and practical lessons.
• Achieve outstanding student outcomes.
• Regularly monitor and support Science across all sites, including frequent site visits.
• Have the determination to make a significant impact on the community they serve.
• Have experience in effectively risk assessing activities.
• Be committed to continuous professional development for themselves and their team.

Qualifications and Experience:

• QTS/QTLS
• A First Degree or Certificate of Education
• Substantial and relevant experience with Special Educational Needs, preferably SEMH, and those facing barriers to engaging with educational settings
• Relevant and recent professional development pertinent to the role
• Experience contributing to successful Ofsted outcomes

What's On Offer:

• Invaluable experience in an Alternative Provision setting
• A rewarding and vibrant team environment
• Full support and ongoing training
• Opportunities for progression and interdepartmental work
• Inclusion in the School Wellbeing strategy

If you are interested in this role and would like an informal discussion, please apply now or call 01293 527416 and ask for Paul.