Lead Practitioner - Science - Full-time

Ebbsfleet Academy, Swanscombe

• Ref:KCC886-4001-464L
• Posted:21/05/2024
• Pay:Leadership scale, commensurate with experience
• Start Date:September 2024
• App Close Date:17/06/2024 at 23:45
• Interviews:TBC

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We are seeking a Lead Practitioner - Science for September 2024, and enthusiastically invite applications from experienced educators who are passionate about science and dedicated to fostering exceptional progress among students.

Our ideal candidate will be a seasoned practitioner in the field of science, with a specialisation in one or more science disciplines such as Biology, Chemistry, or Physics. The successful applicant will possess a deep understanding of current advancements in science education and relevant examination standards. They will excel in delivering engaging and impactful lessons while maintaining high expectations for academic achievement and conduct. Collaborative teamwork, effective communication, and the ability to inspire learners are essential qualities for this role. As an IB World School, promoting international mindedness and nurturing language acquisition align closely with our educational ethos.

Joining our esteemed team of educators, you will contribute to a culture of innovation and excellence. We have a strong track record of supporting Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and providing training for associate teachers. Our commitment to enhancing cultural understanding and motivation extends to organizing international trips, hosting language-focused events, and fostering partnerships with schools abroad.

At our academy, we prioritise the academic success of all students, regardless of their backgrounds. We create dynamic learning environments where teaching excellence and positive relationships flourish. If you are ambitious for both yourself and your students, we encourage you to apply. In your capacity as a lead practitioner, you will collaborate with the Assistant Principal and fellow Lead Practitioners to drive whole-school initiatives related to teaching methodologies, pedagogical approaches, and assessment strategies. Additionally, you will contribute to our school's commitment to lifelong learning by providing coaching and professional development opportunities to staff members.

This role presents a unique opportunity to directly influence the quality of education and outcomes within the science department. We aim to elevate the profile of science education within our institution and increase student participation in additional science disciplines. As a Lead Practitioner - Science, you will play a pivotal role in advancing this mission.

This is a full-time, permanent position offering Leadership Scale, commensurate with experience.

Information about the school

Welcome to Ebbsfleet Academy, where we are committed to doing whatever it takes to make sure all our students receive an outstanding education and achieve exceptional things. We are an extremely ambitious school community and believe there are no excuses for not achieving your absolute potential.

Ebbsfleet Academy opened in September 2013; we are on a journey to become an over-subscribed school that children walk to, with their friends, where they enjoy coming and a school of which they feel proud. We are building an ethos that creates a belief that we can all achieve our goals and better our futures. We are developing independent, resilient and respectful individuals, who are ready to learn for themselves. We want all our students to achieve the highest qualifications they can, but also to fulfil all their potential, academic and personal, sporting, creative and artistic. We want our pupils to leave school as well-rounded, confident young people, with an awareness of the wider world, and a desire and ambition to play an active part in it, all of which is encapsulated in Ebbsfleet Academy’s motto - Aspire and Excel!

We are a dynamic and successful 11-18 academy serving the local community. We have students of all abilities and from a wide variety of backgrounds, all of whom contribute to the richness of our school population. Our curriculum is based around the needs of our students and consists of a rich blend of academic and vocational qualifications, all supported by fantastic learning resources. We are extremely proud of our record to date, of our constantly improving results and of our 'Good' Ofsted outcome (October 2019). We have a clear commitment to the highest of expectations and achievement for all, with an excellent team of committed staff and outstanding facilities.

Values and vision - To be an outstanding community academy, whose focus is on learning, as well as on personal and social development, and to be ambitious for all regardless of circumstance. At Ebbsfleet Academy our aim is to get the best out of every student; excellence in teaching and learning is therefore at the heart of our work. - Our ambition is to ensure that all of our students achieve their potential, develop as courteous, confident and capable young people and leave with an education that has fully equipped them to go on to university or the career of their choice.

Our vision is based on three core values: - ‘Be Ready, Work Hard, Be Nice’. In working towards instilling these values in our students, we strive to provide a safe, healthy and stimulating environment for all.

Following our recent Ofsted news, where we were praised for being on track for an Outstanding rating, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a school that is moving forward at an exceptional pace!

'We are an extremely ambitious school community and believe there are no excuses for not achieving your absolute potential.' Gurjit Kaur Shergill, Principal

Job Contact Information

• Name:Talent Team, Leigh Academies Trust
• Address:Carnation Road, Strood, Kent, ME2 2SX
• Telephone: 01634 412 258
• Email: Joinus@LATrust.org.uk

Documents

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• Job Description | Teacher | Leigh Academies Trust
• Job Description | Lead Practitioner | Ebbsfleet Academy