Head of Science

Joyce Frankland Academy are seeking a dedicated and inspiring Head of Science teacher to join there thriving Department to lead, manage and develop Science. Ensuring high-quality teaching and learning; to provide an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant, inclusive curriculum that motivates engages and enriches students' understanding of the subject; and, to monitor and raise standards, enabling students to achieve strong academic outcomes and personal growth. Leading and Managing: Lead and manage the departmentLead and manage review of the department and any identified areas for improvementMaintain and develop a shared ethos, positive and professional culture, vision and ambition for the departmentAct as a role model for excellent classroom practice and maintain and share personal subject knowledge and pedagogical expertise.Provide leadership, management, support and professional development (including appraisal) of staff within the department, promoting best practice and consistencyEnsure staff wellbeing and workload are considered in department developments, policy and practiceEnsure that the subject/area meets inspection, curriculum and statutory requirements including safeguarding, health and safety (including risk assessments) and GDPRAllocate and manage resources (staff, budget, materials) to support effective delivery and value for money Contribute to the strategic development of the academy, helping to develop, implement and evaluate systems, policies and procedures Actively promote the academy, attend meetings and events as required and liaise with outside agencies to support the delivery of the school’s aimsMaintain a presence around the academy site to ensure that the highest standards of behaviour are upheld, supporting and contributing to the operational needs of the school as requiredEvolve and develop personal leadership skills, contributing to and leading whole school initiatives as appropriateEnsure the learning environment in all department clas