Director of Learning - Science
Blackstone Education are working with an academy in Bradford, West Yorkshire who are looking to recruit a Director of Learning - Science on a permanent basis.
Post
Director of Learning - Science
Salary
L7-L11 (£60,145- £66,368) + Teachers Pension Scheme
Working Pattern
Full-time and as described in the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document
Job Purpose
To lead the development, monitoring and continuous improvement of the science curriculum area throughout the academy, incorporating all ages and abilities, and coordinated with the academy's Local One Plan.
To maintain clear vision, purpose and high expectations, focused on students' achievement and progress.
To provide expert and innovative leadership of teaching and the curriculum; inspiring, motivating and influencing staff and students and facilitating effective teamwork.
To promote the Oasis Academy Lister Park ethos through delivery of the Oasis Community Learning purpose, ethos and values statement and 9 habits.
Areas of Accountability
* Student achievement and progress within science
* Performance of team members for whom you have line management responsibility
* Cross-curricular input and subject profile across school
* Development and impact of science and whole school STEM upon student learning
* Leadership and management of the Science Department, in particular the accountability for the effectiveness of KS3 and KS4 leads for science.
Responsibilities
1. Knowledge and Understanding
2. Teaching and Assessment - Planning
3. Teaching and Assessment - Teaching
4. Teaching and Assessment - Monitoring Progress
5. Specific Responsibility for leading of whole school Science and STEM
6. Student Outcomes
7. Wider Professional Effectiveness - Personal Development
8. Wider Professional Effectiveness - Academy Development
9. Professional Characteristics
10. Marketing and Liaison
11. Pastoral Support
Essential Criteria
* PGCE (or equivalent) - Qualified to Teach in the UK
* Evidence of recent, relevant professional development
* Extensive teaching experience in secondary setting
* Leadership experience in a mixed, comprehensive school or academy
* Excellent teaching experience
* Proven record of success in raising student achievement
* Evidence of success at a senior or middle leadership level in developing whole academy/school strategy and vision (school improvement work)
* Experience and understanding of the academy/school planning, monitoring, review and evaluation process
* Experience of academy/school self evaluation
* Knowledge and understanding of recent educational initiatives and the legislative framework
* Understanding of what is required to secure effective teaching and learning to improve student performance in an inclusive environment
* Knowledge and experience of using ICT to develop teaching and learning
* Ability to use assessment data effectively to set targets and raise achievement
* Ability to provide appropriate challenge and support for students
* Knowledge of behaviour management strategies and an ability to maintain good discipline
* Understanding of the practical application of Equal Opportunities in an Academy context
* Knowledge of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
* Relevant SENCO training and experience
* CP/safeguarding training and experience
Contact
Please APPLY now or contact Kirsty at Blackstone Education.
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