Lead Teacher in Science

Job Title: Lead Teacher in Science

The Governors of St Patrick’s RC High School are seeking an excellent Lead Teacher in Science to demonstrate strong leadership of achievement across the department.

Main Purpose

The Lead Teacher will be responsible for:

1. Ensuring high-quality assessments are in place across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
2. Supporting the Head of Department in analysing assessment data to identify and respond to underperformance, misconceptions, and gaps in learning.
3. Supporting the Head of Department in ensuring all pupils make excellent progress in Science.
4. Supporting the Head of Department in maintaining strong attainment in Science.
5. Overseeing the department’s approaches to extracurricular learning and support, including home learning, revision, intervention, and study skills.
6. Implementing the department’s rewards strategy to enhance pupil engagement and motivation.
7. Ensuring pupils are aware of post-16 education and employment opportunities related to Science to raise aspirations.

To arrange an informal visit, please contact Cat Taylor, HR Assistant, at 0161 921 2340 or via email at [emailprotected].

Closing date for applications: Wednesday, 23rd April, 12 noon.

Interview date: Week commencing 28th April, date to be confirmed.

Please apply via Greater Jobs using the provided application form.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years, or 12 months or more in the last 10 years (whether continuously or in total) while aged 18 or over, please refer to this link for details on obtaining Certificates of Good Character.

We will not be accepting candidates who require sponsorship for this position.

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