Assistant Leader of Science

Assistant Leader of Science

Caludon Castle School

TMS/UPS TLR2A

Permanent full time

Start date September 2025

Join Our Inspiring Science Faculty A place where you can thrive!

Are you a passionate and motivated teacher looking to make a real impact This is a great opportunity for a dedicated professional to join our Science Faculty take a leadership role and be part of a committed and specialist team committed to excellence. You will also have responsibility for the quality of Science provision and outcomes at KS5. At Caludon Castle we invest in our people and we are looking for someone who shares our vision of fostering curiosity about the world and a love for science in every student.

What We Offer: At Caludon Castle we pride ourselves on providing a workplace where our staff feel valued supported and have the opportunity to professionally grow. Here youll be part of a community that celebrates innovation and ambition whether youre just starting your career or are an experienced leader.

Employee Benefits Include:

Supportive and collaborative team: Flourish in a strong teamoriented environment where staff morale is high and professional relationships are nurtured.

Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development: Enjoy a robust induction programme followed by continuous access to enriching CPL (Continuing Professional Learning) to develop your skills.

Clear career progression: Were dedicated to helping you take the next step in your career through leadership developmental opportunities and expert coaching.

Technologyrich environment: Work with cuttingedge facilities including access to an iPad and benefit from modern technologyenhanced teaching spaces.

Worklife balance: Take advantage of a range of wellness and wellbeing initiatives such as access to an onsite gym swimming pool and a cycletowork scheme all designed to promote your physical and mental health.

Great perks: Enjoy free parking an employee discount scheme and the chance to work in an environment where your wellbeing and professional growth are a top priority.

Exceptional admin support: Focus on what you do bestteachingwhile our dedicated admin team takes care of the rest.

About the role: As a key member of our Science Faculty youll have the chance to:

Inspire and take a role in the leadership of our inclusive aspirational and engaging Science curriculum up to A Level.

Support and develop teachers fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

Engage and motivate students delivering strong GCSE and A Level results across all ability levels.

Make a lasting impact on students lives helping them achieve the highest academic standards in a supportive inclusive environment.

Our ideal candidate:

An ambitious practitioner committed to excellence in teaching and learning.

A proven track record of success in GCSE and A Level teaching.

A collaborative leader who can support motivate and develop colleagues.

Enthusiastic about engaging students and staff alike and driven to make a profound impact on educational outcomes.

At Caludon Castle we believe in supporting our staff to be the best they can be. With our commitment to professional development strong team culture and focus on wellbeing you will be empowered to thrive in your career.

Interested Sarah Kenrick our Headteacher would love to meet you and discuss this exciting opportunity. To arrange a visit please email Stacy Hands. Contact details can be located within the Apply section; please log in or register to view.

Application deadline: Midnight Sunday 27th April 2025

Interviews: w/c 5th May 2025

If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date for applications please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.

Please note an online search may form part of this recruitment process following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2024.

This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The Trust is committed to safeguarding promoting the welfare of children and young people and creating a culture of vigilance and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and vigilance.