KS4 Coordinator of Science
Wawne Road
Bransholme, KINGSTON UPON HULL, HU7 4WR
United Kingdom
MPR/UPR + TLR 2b
Full Time, Permanent
September 2023
Due to the academy growing by almost 200 students annually, based on our excellent results and our strong reputation as the 7th highest performing non selective school in the country. We are seeking to appoint an inspirational KS4 Coordinator of Science with a proven track record of rapidly and sustainably raising standards at academy wide level.
Candidates must be able to teach across the ability and age range, supporting the development of Science to the highest standards for all pupils at Key Stages 4.
The ideal candidate will:
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Be an excellent Practitioner;
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Be passionate about driving up standards across the academy;
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Firmly believe that outstanding teaching and learning, in every lesson, every day is the key driver to ensuring sustainable change;
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Lead teams to drive forward a culture and ethos underpinned by the academy’s Vision and Key Drivers;
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Bring an unwavering commitment to promoting outstanding provision at all levels and will not be satisfied until all lessons are judged to be outstanding;
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Have the knowledge and experience of the urban context in which Kingswood academy operates, and in turn understands the importance of good teaching and learning; coupled with clear behaviour systems which are supported by outstanding welfare support, in terms of raising aspirations and achieving outstanding learning outcomes;
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Be an effective line manager with the ability to challenge and support both staff and students appropriately;
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Have a proven track record of rapidly and sustainably raising the standards at departmental level and will not be satisfied until all lessons taught are at least good;
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Not be satisfied until all students are making better than expected progress across all subjects.
Career development recruitment incentives:
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Access and support to follow middle leadership programmes from the outset e.g. NPQML and Teaching Leaders;
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Candidates should be looking at this post as a 2 year career pathway rather than just a Science post;
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We advise you to come in and speak with the Headteacher to discuss the above and shape the next 2 years of your career.
Kingswood Academy
Our Vision is: 'to deliver world-class learning, which places no limits on what young people can achieve' and we are a national beacon of educational excellence in Hull'.
As a national beacon of educational excellence, we will ensure that:
All students leave our academy with first-rate qualifications: Qualifications that ensure all doors remain open, giving our students the platform to compete and thrive on a global stage.
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All students develop exceptional character: Character that exemplifies a true growth mind-set; a phenomenal work ethic; confidence and high levels of grit, resilience and determination; ensuring they are fully prepared to flourish in an ever-changing world.
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All students leave our academy with high levels of cultural and global awareness: Awareness that develops through diverse experiences that enrich our students, enabling them to engage in, empathise with, challenge and debate current affairs beyond their local community.
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All students leave with an array of positive memories that last for a lifetime: Memories that are created from students, staff and our community being fully invested in forging exceptional relationships based on trust, care, high expectations and a passion for genuinely making a difference in their life.
Mission
Ultimately our Mission is to ensure that: ‘all students have an inner-belief and ambition to fulfil their dreams and live a happy and successful life.’ We are passionate about our students ‘recognising their academic worth’ and making sure that they are ‘prepared to make bold choices in order to secure places, and thrive, at the most reputable and highest performing colleges, universities and world-class employers.’
Visits
To find more about the opportunity or to arrange a virtual video call with the Headteacher please contact Mrs. C Weightman, PA to Headteacher via email cweightman@thekingswoodacademy.org or telephone 01482 879967.
Join our team and build a wonderful career in a school you are passionate about with students you’ll love to help learn.
Closing Date: Monday 17th April 2023
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
In line with our safeguarding practices we are unable to accept CV’s. Apply today.
Academies Enterprise Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a robust, fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Academies Enterprise Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
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Downloads
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