At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the science department and inspire students to achieve their best.
- Company: Join St. Catherine's Academy, a thriving and inclusive school in Bolton.
- Benefits: Enjoy CPD opportunities, career progression, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Fantastic facilities and a supportive environment await you!
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Passion for science and strong interpersonal skills required.
The predicted salary is between 37624 - 45984 £ per year.
- CURRICULUM LEADER - SCIENCE LEADERSHIP (L6 - L10)
- £58,569 - £64,691, 1.0 FTE, Permanent, contract required, starting January 2027
Location: Breightmet, Bolton's St. Catherine's Academy, a 3-16 fully inclusive Academy.
Our school has been on a fantastic journey over the last 18 months, and we are incredibly proud of our amazing staff and pupils.
Our recent Ofsted and SIAMS inspections highlighted the fantastic progress we have made as an academy, and we are looking for someone to join us as we take our science department to the next level!
At BSCA, we are fully committed to staff development, with weekly protected CPD time, as well as our own internal leadership development programmes for staff looking for their next stage of development.
Our students are fantastic; and deserve the very best, if you believe so too, come and take a look around!
- Candidate qualifications
- Has a passion for seeing young people thrive and achieve their full potential, having high expectations for students' attainment and personal development.
- Demonstrates personal integrity and professionalism and role models those personal qualities we wish to instil in our students.
- Has an effective knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
- Has a passion for science, which motivates and supports other staff to do the same.
- Is an enthusiastic and innovative team player with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to achieving the highest standards within a successful department.
Main duties
- To provide professional leadership and management for the science department.
- To be a role model to members of the department, demonstrating excellent teaching and learning in our own practice.
- To raise standards across the subject in Teaching, Learning and Curriculum leading to better outcomes for all.
Benefits and support
- Continuous Professional Development (CPD): Access to National College training, subject-specific CPD, leadership pathways, and mentoring programmes.
- Career
Progression: Clear pathways for growth, from early careers to leadership roles.
We use a 'touchbase' informal approach to focus on professional development as well as an annual career conversation with your manager.
- Wellbeing & Support: Leadership training focused on wellbeing, mental health resources, and staff networks.
- Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI): Commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, with ongoing EDI training and initiatives.
- Automatic pay progression for teachers - we don't have performance related appraisals and pay reviews.
- A paid premium to a Healthcare Cash Plan to claim back contributions towards dental, optical and other medical costs via UK Healthcare.
- 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
- Benefits and discounts via UK Healthcare.
- Fantastic facilities.
- Free lunch allowance for those colleagues volunteering to assist in lunchtime duties or activities.
The Bishop Fraser Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and past employment checks.
References will be sought prior to interview.
Contact Headteacher, Ryan Mallett (ryan. mallett@bsca. tbft. uk) for an initial conversation. We would love to welcome you for a tour.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
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Curriculum Leader - Science in Bolton employer: Bolton St Catherine's Academy
At our inclusive Academy, we pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant and supportive work culture that prioritises professional development and employee wellbeing. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to continuous learning, we offer clear pathways for career progression and a range of benefits including generous annual leave and a healthcare cash plan. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of our students while enjoying a fulfilling and rewarding work environment.
Contact Details:
Bolton St Catherine's Academy Recruitment Team
