Assistant Curriculum Leader of Science

North Cambridge Academy; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

ITT support

Mental health support

Cycle to work

Teacher's pension

Healthcare including eye tests and flu

Free on-site parking

Job summary

North Cambridge Academy in Cambridge is seeking an experienced teacher to join our Science team as Assistant Curriculum Leader. You will support the Curriculum Leader of Science, contribute to strategic planning and development, and guide the subject team to maintain high standards.

You will be an experienced qualified teacher with strong subject knowledge, excellent communication, and a commitment to continuous improvement in teaching and learning within a vibrant school community.

Qualifications

• Excellent classroom practitioner with strong subject knowledge.
• Outstanding communication skills and personal integrity.
• Commitment to professional development and student success.

Responsibilities

• Provide valuable and professional support to the Curriculum Leader on the delivery of specific subject knowledge.
• Assist performance management of subject teachers and provide professional development support where required.
• Ensure all curriculum changes are communicated effectively.
• Monitor and evaluate the progression of students and ensure they are appropriately taught and prepared for all external examinations.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Bachelor's degree or PGCE

Job description

Assistant Curriculum Leader of Science

Job overview

Salary: MPS/UPS plus TLR 2.1

Hours: Core school hours

We have an exciting and unique opportunity for an inspirational and ambitious individual to join our Science team as Assistant Curriculum Leader. The successful candidate will be an experienced qualified teacher with strong subject knowledge and a passion for teaching and learning. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the Curriculum Leader of Science, contributing to the strategic planning and development, while providing valuable support and guidance to the subject team.

At North Cambridge Academy, we place a high value on both our students and our staff. The Academy has demonstrated consistent improvement and sustained growth year on year, reflecting our commitment to excellence in education. Your commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment will be instrumental in promoting a culture of continuos improvement and ensure high standards of teaching are met at all times.

The opportunity

• Provide valuable and professional support to the Curriculum Leader on the delivery of specific subject knowledge.
• Assist performance management of subject teachers and provide professional development support where required.
• Ensure all curriculum changes are communicated effectively.
• Monitor and evaluate the progression of students and ensure they are appropriately taught and prepared for all external examinations.

The ideal candidate

• Has qualified teacher status and good educational background.
• Excellent classroom practitioner and ability to build strong, meaningful relationships with students and colleagues alike.
• Experience of providing subject knowledge to students and teachers.
• Possess outstanding communication skills and personal integrity.
  

About North Cambridge Academy

North Cambridge Academy opened in 2013. We are located in Cambridge and we are a growing school at the heart of its diverse community. North Cambridge Academy values are to ensure that every child is Hardworking, Ambitious, Creative, Confident and Kind. The school’s purpose is to ensure every child is known and valued, and that every child is supported to achieve in all areas at the highest level to empower every child to become a successful and confident learner.

Our school has been categorised as ‘Good’ by Ofsted since 2015 and holds the Learning Outside the Classroom Gold Award, Gold Schools Games Mark and the International School Award. Ofsted cited that pupils confirmed that the school’s pledges are at the heart of what makes North Cambridge Academy unique. Pupils at the school said that they feel safe, and they reported that they could talk to any member of staff if they had a concern.

About Meridian Trust

Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire.

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to -

• Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
• Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
• Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
• Cycle to work scheme
• Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme
• Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
• Free on-site parking
• Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays

Closing date for applications: Monday 16th November - 9am

Interview date: Shortly after this advert is closed.

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.