Head of KS5 Biology in Preston

The success of Preston Manor School is built on an 80-year old reputation which continues to flourish through its committed staff, dedicated Governors and supportive parents. We are an all-through school with students ranging from 4 – 19 years. Staff are expected to make the most of this all-through provision and to liaise with relevant colleagues in all parts of the school. The school is based over two sites and there may be times when colleagues are expected to work across both sites with students. We value working in partnership together with our young people to achieve the best outcomes for every student that joins our prestigious school. The school is oversubscribed for places, reflecting the reputation the school has for its academic rigour and excellence in teaching and learning. We are proud of our focus on student and staff wellbeing, which is evident from the moment you step into our community. We are driven in our aims and ambitions and aspire to continue to build on our success in a supportive and friendly environment. At Preston Manor we celebrate diversity and equality of opportunity, which is reflected in our high staff-retention rates and the successes of our student population.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader and Science teacher who is passionate about teaching the subject they love. You will be working with a dedicated Science team of teachers and technicians and will be teaching students with a real passion for the subject. Many of our students take separate Science qualifications at GCSE and progress on to Science courses in our 6th Form and our Science outcomes have been high across many years.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will have the vision, creativity and experience to drive the continued development of Key Stage 5 Biology. They will join an energetic school which strives to ensure that all students enjoy learning and surpass expectations for achievement. The successful candidate will be expected to be able to teach at all Key Stages. They will take on the full responsibility for KS5 Biology.

• Have a passion for teaching and learning
• Be an innovative and strategic thinker with vision and ideas
• Be an excellent practitioner
• Lead by example and act as a strong role model to students and staff
• Have a positive, can-do attitude with staff and students
• Be able to demonstrate excellent leadership and management skills
• Have a proven track record of achieving outstanding student progress through own practice
• Be an effective team player and value every aspect of the life of the school
• Have effective interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire students and staff
• Be an active learner, who constantly strives to improve, with the desire to progress

We offer

• The opportunity to work across the education phases
• Motivated, enthusiastic and ambitious students
• A friendly and supportive team of teachers
• Well-resourced facilities
• A professionally stimulating and collaborative working environment
• A commitment to professional development, including an excellent CPD programme including ECT induction and Train to Teach candidates

Additional information

The school is situated within walking distance of Wembley Stadium, which offers easy access to facilities including the London Designer Outlet. The school benefits from excellent transport links via public transport and is located a short walk from both Wembley Park and Preston Road Underground Stations. Central London locations are accessible within 20 minutes from the school. The school is also easily accessible from main roads including the M25, M1, M40, A40 and A406. The above post provides an excellent opportunity to work in a high-quality environment and to become part of a highly motivated and visionary staff. The successful candidate will be expected to carry out their role on the school site.

Safeguarding: Preston Manor School and its staff are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children. The School is registered with the DBS and successful applicants will be required to complete successfully the Disclosure procedure at the Enhanced level. It is an offence for any person barred from working with children to apply for this post. The School’s Application Form will only be accepted from candidates who have completed this form in full. CVs will not be accepted as a substitute. In addition to completing an application form, all applicants will be required to complete a criminal records self-declaration form. Please note you are not required to disclose convictions or cautions that are ‘protected’, as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If you have a conviction and are not sure whether it is ‘protected’, please visit the government website. The safeguarding responsibilities of this post have been outlined in the job description and person specification. Preston Manor School is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. The school reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the date advertised, so early application is advised.