Second in Science

Location

Durham, County Durham | United Kingdom

Job description

Hermitage Academy is a part of the North East Learning Trust and we are seeking to appoint a motivated and ambitious Second in Science with the highest personal and academic standards to support our Science Department, someone who is an outstanding practitioner, with high expectations and a record of achieving the best outcomes from their students. We are looking for a someone with drive, energy, a genuine love for teaching and learning and a passion for Science, someone who has the vision and determination to ensure all our students receive excellence every day.  

This appointment will be based in Hermitage Academy where we have an exciting opportunity for you to join a school that has undergone real change and is on a strong, upward trajectory.  

Hermitage Academy is a mixed 11-16 comprehensive school with a rapidly growing sixth form with over 1000 students from Chester-le-Street and the surrounding areas.  

The successful candidate will:

·        Ensure provision of an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students studying in the curriculum area, in accordance with the aims of the school

·         Driving forward the quality of teaching and learning in the department

·        Monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a manager within the curriculum area and as a Form Tutor.

·        To coordinate the delivery of syllabuses, resources, schemes of work, marking policies, assessment and teaching strategies in the department, and within the designated area.

·         Working alongside our dedicated Co-Heads of Science to construct interventions that impact on student outcomes

If you are passionate about the students with whom you work, have high expectations with regards to standards and behaviour and a commitment to ensuring that every student achieves their full potential, we look forward to your application.

Our vision, along with all schools in the Trust, is that every child experiences excellence every day.

We are committed to:

·        A vibrant learning community with enthusiastic and engaging students

·        A positive and caring ethos

·        An excellent learning environment and resources

·        A team of hardworking, dedicated and friendly staff where everyone is valued

·        A supportive and effective governing body

We will offer you:

·        National Terms and Conditions of Employment

·        Access to Teachers’ Pension (for Teachers)

·        Generous holiday entitlement of 32 days (pro rata for part time staff

·        Up to 1 day paid leave for staff wellbeing

·        Lifestyle Savings – range of discounts from top retail brands

·        Discounted gym membership

·        24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing portal

The successful candidate will:

·        Hold a QTS qualification, first degree or equivalent in Science

·        Have experience in the relevant subject area at both KS3 and KS4

·        Have excellent IT skills.

·        Be proactive and self-motivated.

·        Have a flexible approach to work.

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