Head of Chemistry

Location

Liverpool | United Kingdom

Job description

REQUIRED FROM 2nd September 2024

HEAD OF CHEMISTRY – FULL TIME - PERMANENT

SALARY - MPR/UPR +TLR2B

King David High School is a Jewish faith based school located in South Liverpool and serving the needs of the Jewish and wider community.

King David High School has a strong tradition of academic excellence. Our examination results and value added are well above the national average. This is reflected in the structure and teaching within the science department. The successful candidate is expected to have excellent subject knowledge and the ability to teach outstanding lessons. In return, they can expect well-motivated pupils and supportive colleagues. Science is a very popular subject with a large uptake in the sixth form.

The science department has six teaching laboratories, a large prep room, and access to a purpose-built lecture theatre with a fully equipped demonstration bench. Two labs are appointed for the teaching of chemistry up to A level. The KDHS science curriculum is practically based, and the successful candidate will be expected to be proficient in the delivery of practical science.

The Maths and Science faculty as a whole is a warm and supportive team that plays a key role in the school consistently attaining some of the highest progress scores in the city. 

At King David we pride ourselves on our strong Jewish ethos and we expect all our students and staff to embody the school motto, "let there be light through faith and work," in everything that we do. Our principal aims are to always strive for improvement and to ensure that students and staff are happy and successful. If you believe you have the necessary values and expertise to strengthen our 'kehilla' then we would love to hear from you. 

The school is conveniently located just off the M62.

If you wish to review more information about the school, please visit our website -

King David High School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society regardless of faith, gender or ethnicity. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) and is subject to enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks, adherence to Staff Code of Conduct and School Whistleblowing Policy.  You will be required to complete a criminal self-disclosure form if you are short-listed for the post.

Closing date for receipt of applications is at 12 noon on Monday 18th March 2024.

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