Head of Science Faculty
Lord Derby Academy
Knowsley
- Expired
- Salary:
- TLR 1C
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2015
- Apply by:
- 16 March 2015
Job overview
The Governing Body of Lord Derby Academy are seeking to appoint:
Head of Science Faculty (TLR 1C)
Lord Derby Academy opened on 1st February 2014 and is part of the Dean Trust which has a number of outstanding schools and a proven track record of sustained improvement.
The Dean Trust’s core values include traditional academic education, excellent discipline and respect, resulting in improved attainment and progress.
“Believe, Achieve, Succeed” has been embraced by all of the schools in The Dean Trust. We have proved the power of these words with record breaking examination results and praise in Ofsted inspections.
Lord Derby Academy has recently achieved a significant increase in results and we see this as a platform to create further success as we raise aspirations and strive for continued improvements.
The successful candidate must have Qualified Teacher Status and have a track record of delivering outstanding teaching to pupils across the ability range at both Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. The post holder should be passionate about pupil progress and be ambitious for their pupils and their own professional development. They should have experience of additional responsibility within or beyond their subject area. The post is to start in September 2015. As leader of the Science Faculty you will be a member of a friendly and dedicated team. Staff hold high expectations for all pupils and work tirelessly to raise attainment and achievement.
We are highly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils and we expect all our staff to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS vetting procedures are required for all posts. Application forms and further information are available from Miss A Ward (PA to the Headteacher) on 0151 477 8860 or email award@lordderbyacademy.co.uk or downloadable from the school website www.thedeantrust.co.uk.
Closing date for applications: 16th March 2015
Proposed interview date: Week commencing 23rd March 2015
SEEL ROAD, HUYTON, MERSEYSIDE, L36 6DG
Headteacher – Mr Bridden
About Lord Derby Academy
Lord Derby Academy is part of the Multi-Academy Dean Trust. At Lord Derby Academy we embrace The Dean Trust motto ‘Believe Achieve Succeed’. Lord Derby Academy was graded as Good in all areas by Ofsted in June 2023.
The school has been oversubscribed for six years. At Lord Derby Academy we uphold the highest of standards. Our ethos is built on support and ambition for the whole school community. We are fully inclusive in our outlook and we are unwavering in our belief in every pupil.
Lord Derby Academy holds an exceptionally strong staff retention rate. Staff are able to benefit from bespoke Continuous Professional Development opportunities and can become a part of our staff ‘well-being group’.
We offer pupils a broad, balanced and aspirational curriculum and a flourishing programme of enrichment which includes The Duke of Edinburgh Award.
The recent Ofsted report for Lord Derby Academy states ‘Staff are immensely proud to work at this school’ and a previous Ofsted report notes ‘The support of the local community, parents and carers has never been higher. The reputation that this is a school that insists on the highest standards of behaviour is deserved’.
Headteacher
Victoria Gowan
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