Head of Science Department

1 month ago

Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Dunbar Education Full time

About the Role:

Dunbar Education is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Head of Science to lead our partner school's Science Department. This is a pivotal role for an experienced educator with a passion for supporting students with special educational needs and a commitment to leading and inspiring a team.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Leadership and Management:
  • Lead the Science Department, fostering a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement.
  • Develop and implement innovative teaching strategies that cater to the varied needs of SEN pupils.
  • Support and mentor Science teachers, providing professional development opportunities.
Teaching and Learning:
  • Deliver high-quality Science lessons that are accessible and engaging for SEN students.
  • Utilise a range of teaching methods and resources to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.
  • Develop and maintain detailed and differentiated lesson plans that align with the curriculum and cater to the individual needs of SEN students.
  • Implement and monitor individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour support plans, ensuring they are effectively addressing the needs of each student.
Collaboration and Communication:
  • Collaborate with colleagues across the school to promote a cohesive and inclusive learning environment.
  • Contribute to the wider life of the school, participating in extracurricular activities and school events.
  • Liaise with external professionals, such as educational psychologists, speech and language therapists, and occupational therapists, to support student development and well-being.

Essential Requirements:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
  • Proven experience teaching Science at the secondary level, preferably within an SEN setting
  • Strong understanding of SEN and strategies to support students with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties
  • Excellent leadership and management skills
  • A commitment to inclusive education and the ability to inspire and motivate students and staff

Desirable Qualities:

  • Experience working in an independent or specialist SEN school
  • Additional qualifications in SEN or relevant areas
  • Ability to adapt and innovate within a challenging and rewarding educational environment

About Dunbar Education:

Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools.

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