Director of Learning - Science

Oasis Academy Lister Park; Bradford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Bradford seeks an experienced senior leader with a proven record of improving schools in disadvantaged areas. The role requires excellent skills in team building and motivation to achieve clear goals. The academy focuses on inclusive education and personal development for students, ensuring that all staff members are dedicated to the community's success.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of department/school improvement.
• Experience in a school in an area of high disadvantage.
• Ability to build the capacity of leadership teams.
• Sound understanding of school improvement strategies.
• Skills to manage change and motivate staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead department and school improvement initiatives.
• Support the development of an experienced Leadership Team.
• Inspire staff and the community towards clear goals.

Job description

You will be an experienced existing senior leader with a proven track record of department/school improvement, ideally with experience of working in a school in an area of high disadvantage. As a calm and reflective leader, you will have the skills to build the capacity of our very able and experienced Leadership Team. A sound understanding of school improvement strategies is key, as well as the ability to manage change and motivate staff and the community towards the achievement of clear and inspirational goals. At Oasis Academy Lister Park, we pride ourselves on having a staff body who are committed and dedicated, going above and beyond to serve our children and community

Oasis Lister Park is a thriving 11-19 comprehensive academy set in the Manningham area of Bradford, close to the beautiful grounds of Cartwright Hall and Lister Park. At Oasis Academy Lister Park, our strong ethos of inclusion and pastoral care reinforces our commitment to looking after and developing the ‘whole’ child. Our curriculum supports the development of skills, knowledge and character. We expect our students to participate in the many enrichment opportunities provided to enrich their own and the lives of others and be professional by committing to a life of learning, taking pride in their appearance, being present, punctual, prepared, and taking advantage of leadership and enterprise opportunities. We celebrate individual talents and abilities, developing confident, independent students who enjoy life-long learning. All members of our community are learners; our students are educated for life. Our staff are developed through teamwork, training and the opportunities that an innovative environment brings. The educational facilities are shared with local schools and local people. We provide lifelong learning.