2iC Science

Harriscareers; City Of London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teacher development

Flexible working

Harris allowance

Loyalty bonus

Teachers Pension Scheme

Wellbeing cash plan

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Harris Academy Orpington is seeking a qualified, experienced teacher to join as 2iC of Science. You will deputise for the Subject Coordinator and lead the creation and development of outstanding science provision across KS3–Post 16.

The role focuses on ensuring high-quality teaching, coordinating curricula, and supporting staff development, with a commitment to literacy, numeracy and learner progress.

Qualifications

• Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree.
• Minimum of one year's teaching experience.
• Proven success in raising achievement.
• Show a high level of ICT skills and use of technology to raise achievement.
• Experience of innovative curriculum development.
• Understanding of strategies for improving literacy and numeracy.
• Experience embedding Assessment for Learning and Learning to Learn.

Responsibilities

• deputise for the Subject Coordinator and lead the creation and establishment of outstanding provision within the subject area, including programmes and systems.
• Be accountable for student progress and development across KS3, KS4 and post 16, meeting achievement targets.
• Ensure high standards of teaching and learning across the subject area.
• Provide a broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students in the subject area.
• Ensure policies and procedures are implemented consistently by all staff in the subject area.
• Lead and review tutor programmes and ensure tutors are effective in their role.
• Manage teaching and support staff, as well as financial and physical resources.
• Lead development for literacy within subject areas to raise standards.

Skills

ICT skills

Teaching experience

Leadership ability

Education

QTS (or equivalent)

Undergraduate degree

Job description

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

Are you looking for your next step in teaching? We are looking for a qualified, experienced teacher to join Harris Academy Orpington as 2iC of Science.

WORKING WITH US

Harris Academy Orpington opened in September 2016, joining the highly successful Federation of Harris academies in London and the senior leaders here are experienced in creating and running great schools and that is what we are doing in BR5. We are a community school that serves families in and around Orpington and we are well on our way towards providing an outstanding education for the students who come here. We want out students to succeed and have choices in their lives; to take control of their futures and achieve beyond their dreams. We are ambitious, tenacious and enterprising and committed to helping our students succeed. Our work as a Health Science Specialist school, with students being given access to recognised professional qualifications, work experience and careers is unique and is designed to help and support the whole community who are regularly invited into the Academy to hear from guest speakers.

We have the most incredible facilities; with brand new science labs, 3 Main Halls, Dance Studios, 3 Astro Turfs, Drama Studios, dedicated Art and DT blocks, we are incredibly proud of the work that our students do here. We have developed a curriculum that is ambitious and broad. We believe in the need to nurture an appreciation of human creativity and achievement and have designed a curriculum that does just that.

We aim to ensure that every student is inspired and supported to achieve his/her personal best and learning comes first. Our motto is “Together We Can” and if you are interested in joining us, we would be very keen to meet you.

To learn more about working in our academy and what we can offer you, view our academy page via the “why work at” button.

MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

The purpose of your role will be:

• To deputise for the Subject Coordinator, assisting in leading the creation and establishment of outstanding provision within the subject area. This to include all programmes, systems and structures taking account of the academy's values and vision leading to outstanding teaching and learning.
• To be accountable for student progress and development in the subject area across KS3, KS4 and post 16, including meeting student achievement targets for subject areas which are agreed by the Principal and the Governing Body.
• To ensure high standards of teaching and learning across the subject area through continuously, developing and enhancing the quality of teaching and learning.
• To ensure the provision of an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students in the subject area, in accordance with the academy aims and policies, as determined by the Principal and Governing Body.
• To ensure that all school policies and procedures are implemented and applied consistently by all staff in the subject area.
• To ensure agreed tutor programme is implemented and that tutors are effective in their role.
• To effectively and efficiently manage and deploy teaching/support staff, financial and physical resources across the subject area.
• To lead development for literacy, within subject areas, to raise standards of Literacy across the academy.

Your main areas of responsibility will fall under the areas of:

• Operational and strategic planning (including contributing to the subject and faculty improvement plans, and assisting in the development of appropriate syllabuses, resources, schemes of work, marking policies, assessment and teaching strategies)
• Ensuring the delivery of an appropriate, comprehensive, high quality and cost effective curriculum and leading development of the subject and its delivery
• Staff development (including assisting in recruiting, building and managing an effective team of motivated staff)
• Student outcomes (including assisting the director in ensuring the effective operation of target setting, monitoring and evaluation systems and the input and maintenance of accurate student data)
• Pastoral system (including being a form tutor to a selected group of students)
• Teaching, including acting as an outstanding role model

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR

The successful candidate will:

• Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree
• Have a minimum of one year's teaching experience

Have proven success in raising achievement.

Show a high level of ICT skills and experience of how new technologies can be used to raise achievement

Have recent experience of involvement in innovative curriculum development

Show good understanding of creative whole school strategies for improving literacy and numeracy and the importance of this in raising achievement

Have experience of embedding innovative strategies for Assessment for Learning and Learning to Learn.

Be willing to use coaching as a model for ensuring on‑going professional development.

• Have a proven ability to identify and implement strategies to raise standards of Teaching and Learning.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

Teacher Development

At Harris, we have curated professional development pathways that will guide you towards achieving your career ambitions. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. With a strong network of passionate educators, expertdevelopment initiatives and a multitude of opportunities for career progression, your journey with Harris could be the most rewarding one yet.

We offer a wide range of high quality teacher professional development programmes via the Harris Institute of Teaching and Leadership. Find out more here.

Flexible Working

We are committed to fostering a positive and supportive working environment for our staff, recognising that achieving a balance between professional and personal responsibilities is essential. We understand that each individual's circumstances are unique, which is why we offer flexible working options that can be adapted to meet the needs of both the academy and our employees.

In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includesour Harris Allowance (usually£2,000 for Inner London and £1,500 for Outer London),an Annual Loyalty Bonus, Teachers Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.

Safeguarding Notice

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.

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