DescriptionSupporting documentsEmployerLocation
Job titleHead of Department - Science
Grade/SalaryMPS/UPS
Responsible to:Senior Leader as appropriate
Responsible for:The learning of students, their wellbeing and their annual achievement in all teaching groups as well as the line management of staff in the Science department including the Science Technician
Effective from:September 2026
Ridgeway Secondary School, a comprehensive school where students of all abilities can develop and thrive as individuals and as part of a community. We encourage all students to understand that belief in oneself, when combined the motto of being here means being better will lead to a successful future. We promote excellence in all that we do so that everyone at Ridgeway Secondary School can support the school aims in:
•Promoting high expectations of all
•Encouraging mutual respect, support and trust so that all can achieve their best
•Maintaining a place where honesty, openness and fairness lead to outstanding relationships
•Developing high levels of self esteem
•Ensuring belief, self-confidence and resilience is celebrated in our students
•Always aiming higher and being ambitious for the future
•Promoting high levels of wellbeing for all
•Developing curious citizens who can communicate effectively and embrace technology
•Demonstrating the Ridgeway Values in their day-to-day experience
It is paramount to the success of students that they are prepared fully for the challenges and opportunities that await them as they move on to post 16 life. We work hard to equip students with the skills and character attributes to thrive and make positive contributions to society. In a world where technology and social dynamics are ever evolving we are committed to preparing students to embrace and adapt to change.
Our Mission: Developing the whole person: Academically, Physically, Socially and Mentally
Safeguarding Statement
Ridgeway Secondary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.