Head of Science

Location:

London, ENG, GB

Date: 17 Jan 2025

Application closing date:

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ROLE SUMMARY:

Wetherby Preparatory School is undergoing a dynamic period of development in which innovative thinking is encouraged, and every teacher’s contribution is valued.

Wetherby Preparatory School is an independent boys’ preparatory school (ages 7 – 13) of 350 boys set in the dynamic area of Marylebone in London. Wetherby prepares its pupils for many of the top day and boarding senior schools in the country and therefore works at a level significantly above National Curriculum expectations. It is part of the Inspired Education Group of Schools.

Inspired and Wetherby Preparatory School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The protection of our students’ welfare is the responsibility of all staff within Inspired schools and individuals are expected to conduct themselves in a way that reflects the principles of our organisation. All members of staff must have an enhanced DBS and prohibition order clearance and pre-appointment safeguarding checks will be undertaken before any candidate is confirmed in post. Staff will be aware of and follow the safeguarding, Prevent Duty, anti-bullying and behaviour and discipline policies of the school, and partake in training on safeguarding, prevent duty and personal welfare.

Reporting to the Head and Deputy Head Academic, the Head of Science will uphold the aims and objectives of the school and promote these whenever possible. The successful candidate will endeavour to provide his or her pupils with the highest standards of education and care in accordance with the school’s aims, policies and procedures

We are hiring for this role immediately.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership

To lead and manage a team of two science teachers and 1 science technician
To ensure the delivery of science meets the requirements of an independent school which prepares boys for 11+, Pre Test and Common Entrance assessment processes to both London Day Schools and Boarding Schools

Teaching

To teach Science to boys from Year 5 – Year 8
To plan and prepare lessons and work collaboratively with teachers in the department, as well as school wide
To manage and equip the laboratory with the science technician’s help, working within the budget for the department
To produce written schemes of work and weekly plans for each lesson taught and to review these regularly
To evaluate planning regularly

Pastoral

To be a Form Teacher for a Year 5 class
To encourage each child to reach his individual potential
To ensure that pupils are well-behaved i.e. that they are both courteous and conduct themselves in a safe manner
To ensure that pupils are aware of the school rules

Other

To adhere to all safety guidelines and write and review risk assessments for the laboratory on a regular basis
To communicate, when necessary, with persons or bodies outside the school
To participate in staff meetings, open days, social evenings etc as required
To work co-operatively with colleagues, including teaching assistants, offering help and support as required

Please note this is not the full Job Description. Full Job description Below

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

Qualifications and Experience

Qualified teacher status with some experience in a leadership role.
Strong understanding of the requirements of the science curriculum and Common Entrance requirements
Strong understanding of school processes and pastoral care.
Some experience with managing a team in a very busy school setting.

Skills and Attributes

Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
Strong leadership and line management capabilities.
Ability to communicate effectively with pupils, parents, and staff.
Proficient in the use of school management systems (e.g., iSAMS).
Commitment to maintaining high standards in all areas of school life.
A team player with a good sense of humour and emotional awareness

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

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