Director Assistant of Secondary Science

4 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Canary Wharf College Crossharbour Full time
Director Assistant of Secondary ScienceSeptember 2024 startFull Time"Nobody left behind. Nobody held back. Everybody loved."

Canary Wharf College Crossharbour is the first secondary school within a growing Multi-Academy Trust. If you enjoy working with a sense of real team trust and shared purpose, have ambitions to influence whole school development and be part of a bigger educational landscape to transform lives then please do not hesitate to get in touch.

The Role

We are seeking a highly ambitious and committed Director Assistant Secondary Science to join the department from September 2024.

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the Director of Science in driving forward science department. You will assist in ensuring the smooth operation of all science-related activities and initiatives within the secondary school.

We take pride in our focus upon developing learning through activities outside of the classroom and making use of the opportunities within London's cultural offer. Our subject specialists take pride in sharing their passion with our students demonstrating their own 'love of learning'. We value creative ideas, whereby opportunities to develop new initiatives, in or out of the department, are restricted only by imaginations.

Our School

Canary Wharf College Crossharbour has the highest ambitions for young people in our community on the Isle of Dogs and across the wider borough of Tower Hamlets. We opened in 2016 at the top of one of our primary schools and moved into a new interim purpose-built site with excellent facilities in September 2018. As of September 2022, the school is at capacity in its current site with 450 students from Years 7-11.

We have a strong educational ethos 'To Live, Share and Celebrate a Love of Learning' and we embed this positive ethos by aligning everything that we do with four key principles:

Curriculum at the Centre: we remain 'obsessed' with what we teach our students Exemplary Behaviour: we have clear principles informing behaviour and conduct to achieve the highest standards of behaviour for learning Exceptional Teaching: we have a clear pedagogical strategy and support every member of staff to be able to delivery consistently excellent teaching Valuing every child: we work tirelessly to alleviate barriers to individual student achievement The school is made up of committed and aspirational staff led by visionary and experienced trustees and senior leaders. Staff development is a key priority, and we boast a unique collaborative approach where, through regular meetings, senior leaders support all staff to take ownership for their own development, both by providing high quality guidance and by promoting teachers to read widely, make research-informed decisions, as well as attend tailored CPD. What We OfferHigh expectationsOutstanding training and CPDA small school with a close knit teamExcellent student behaviourSupport for the most vulnerable students18 weeks paid holiday per yearEmployee perks such as access to Cyclescheme, Techscheme and an Electric Car Scheme.What are we looking for?Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Science Education, Biology, Chemistry, Physics); Master's degree preferred.Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), PGCE or equivalent certification.Demonstrated experience in teaching science at the secondary level.Strong leadership and management abilities, with the capacity to motivate and inspire others.Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.A demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team.Next Steps If you are interested in the role, please download and read the attached job description and person specification. To apply, please do so by using the TES application form. Please ensure you provide your full education and work history and account for any gaps. If you have any questions about the role, please e-mail HR department at

We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the application deadline once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Safeguarding Notice

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and other relevant pre-employment checks. Please be aware that an internet search of all candidates is required at the shortlisting phase. By completing an application you are consenting to this taking place.

Equal Opportunities

Canary Wharf College Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

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