About this Role
At the Wensum Trust, we are committed to fosteringemotional wellbeing, belonging, inclusion, and achievement for every child andevery member of our team. Central to this is a relational approach thatprioritises building strong, positive relationships with children, theirfamilies, our staff, colleagues, and the wider community.
We deliver this approach through our 3 C's:
- Connecting with curiosity and compassion
- Communicating with courtesy and courage
- Collaborating calmly and creatively
This shared ethos underpins everything we do and isessential for creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected,and supported.'
The Wensum Trust is seeking a dedicated SecondaryScience Trust Lead for a permanent, full-time position on the L9-13 scale. Weare looking for an exceptional professional to join us in our vision of workingtogether to help every child develop into a high achieving, confident, healthy,caring, and resilient member of their community.
In this pivotal position, you will lead theSecondary Science strategy for The Wensum Trust while undertaking the roleof a Head of Faculty at Hellesdon High School. Your core purpose will be todevelop and lead a strong Science subject community, ensuring excellentstandards of provision that deliver outcomes exceeding national averages forstudents at both Key Stage 4 and 5. At Hellesdon High School we arecommitted to evidence-informed classroom practice and a knowledge richcurriculum in every subject. We believe that empowering students with knowledgeis the best way to help all our young people to become creative, well-rounded,successful life-long learners.
Supported by The Wensum Trust
While you lead Science, you are never working inisolation. Being part of The Wensum Trust family means:
- Unrivalled Collaboration: Access to a wide network of strategic partners and a collaborative community of staff.
- Investment in You: We believe in developing our leaders. You will receive bespoke training and opportunities to evolve your skill set as you grow.
- A Shared Purpose: You will be part of a committed team dedicated to providing a rounded education andquality support for families and the wider community.
If you have high levels of drive and energy, arenlentless commitment to promoting good progress, and a desire to be anoutward-facing advocate for the Trust, we want to hear from you.
We value our staff and are committed to supportingtheir wellbeing. We have an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which all staffcan access 24 hours a day. The EAP provides counselling services, legalinformation and guidance, musculoskeletal services and online resources such asnutrition diaries, healthy eating plans, personal coaching questionnaires andtools and fitness programmes.
For further information on this vacancy and ourschool, please contact Sharon Revell on [email protected]
Safer Recruitment
The Wensum Trust is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people, we expect all trustees, staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Wensum Trust is exempt from the Rehabilitations of Offenders Act 1974 and all convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including those regarded as 'spent' must be declared. All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced Criminal Record Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service, along with other relevant employment checks, including overseas criminal background checks.
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Secondary Science Trust Lead at Hellesdon High School in Norwich employer: Hellesdon High School
The Wensum Trust is an exceptional employer that prioritises the personal and professional growth of its staff, offering comprehensive training and a supportive work culture. Located at Hellesdon High School, our team thrives on collaboration and innovation, ensuring that every colleague feels valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact on students' lives. Join us in fostering a nurturing environment where you can develop your skills while contributing to the wellbeing and success of our sixth form students.
