Second in Science

The Methodist Church in Britain; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Outwood Academy Ormesby, part of Outwood Grange Academies Trust, seeks a Second in Science to lead the science faculty alongside the Head of Department. The role focuses on raising attainment through data, schemes of work, assessment and coaching of colleagues.

The post is full-time in a six-teacher department with a technician and four labs. Start date 1 January 2027.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant subject and QTS are essential.
• Proven record of successful teaching across KS3, KS4 and KS5.
• Experience leading new initiatives or transformational change within a department or school.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Department in driving strategies to improve learning, teaching and student achievement.
• Lead on departmental data to raise attainment and contribute to the Departmental Self-Evaluation.
• Develop, implement and monitor Schemes of Work for consistent progression for all students.
• Manage day-to-day delivery in the subject, including assessment and reporting.
• Lead on standards of behaviour and classroom management.
• Deliver bespoke CPD to colleagues and take part in coaching programmes.
• Be accountable for student progression in allocated classes, including differentiation and personalisation.
• Coordinate the planning and running of Immersion Days.
• Develop the use of ICT within the curriculum.
• Model the Academy's vision and values and champion best practice and collaborative curriculum development.

Skills

Outstanding classroom practitioner

Data-driven improvement

Curriculum leadership

Assessment and reporting

Education

Degree in a relevant subject

QTS

Job description

Second in Science post at Outwood Academy Ormesby, part of Outwood Grange Academies Trust, leading the science faculty alongside the Head of Department. The role centres on raising attainment through departmental data, schemes of work, assessment and coaching of colleagues. It is a full-time post in a six-teacher department with a technician and four labs. Applicants need QTS and a relevant degree, with a start date of 1 January 2027.

What the job involves

• Support the Head of Department in driving strategies to improve learning, teaching and student achievement
• Lead on departmental data to raise attainment and contribute to the Departmental Self-Evaluation
• Develop, implement and monitor Schemes of Work for consistent progression for all students
• Manage day-to-day delivery in the subject, including assessment and reporting
• Lead on standards of behaviour and classroom management
• Deliver bespoke CPD to colleagues and take part in coaching programmes
• Be accountable for student progression in allocated classes, including differentiation and personalisation
• Coordinate the planning and running of Immersion Days
• Develop the use of ICT within the curriculum
• Model the Academy's vision and values and champion best practice and collaborative curriculum development

What’s required

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant subject
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience

• Proven record of successful teaching across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5
• Evidence of managing and leading new initiatives or transformational change within a department or school

Skills & knowledge

• Outstanding classroom practitioner with a clear vision for the subject
• Good understanding of school improvement and the current Ofsted inspection framework
• Using data to analyse and evaluate departmental performance and produce high-quality reports
• Thorough knowledge of marking criteria and examination specifications, to advise on assessment and exam preparation