A Head of Science post at City of London Academy Highgate Hill, one of the schools run by City of London Academies Trust. The job centres on teaching science to KS4, with KS5 teaching an advantage, and on leading science within a school built around strict behaviour and high expectations. It suits an experienced teacher with second-in-charge experience, and teaching other subjects is welcome. Visa sponsorship is not available, and fluent spoken English is essential.
What the job involves
- Teach science up to KS4
- Deliver a well sequenced, knowledge rich curriculum using direct instruction
- Shape the school's behavioural and learning culture
- Create an environment that promotes academic, creative, sporting, linguistic and personal achievement
- Strive to surpass existing achievement
- Liaise with students, staff, parents and external organisations
What’s required
Experience
- Teaching science up to KS4
- Experience as second in charge of science or similar
Skills & knowledge
- Strong behaviour management strategies
- Excellent organisation skills
- Excellent communication skills with students, staff, parents and external organisations
- Adept at direct instruction pedagogy
- Fully aligned with the Trust's approach, culture, values and ethos
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education
- Fluent spoken English (essential under part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016)
Nice to have
- Teaching science at KS5
- Teaching other subjects
What’s offered
- Teacher Pension Scheme
- Training and development for all staff
- Career advancement opportunities within the Trust
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
