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Second in Science
The Telford Park School
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Posted 3 days ago
About this role
Main Purpose • To support the Head of Science in securing high-quality provision, strong student outcomes and consistent implementation of departmental expectations. • To provide visible curriculum and professional leadership within Science and deputise for the Head of Science when required. • To carry out the professional duties of a teacher in accordance with the current STPCD and Teachers’ Standards. Leadership and Management • Support the Head of Science in translating school priorities into clear departmental actions and measurable improvement. • Promote shared expectations for learning, conduct, relationships and professional practice across the team. • Contribute to departmental self-evaluation, improvement planning, quality assurance and performance review processes. • Provide coaching, mentoring and practical support to colleagues, including early career teachers and staff requiring additional guidance. • Lead designated areas of departmental work and ensure agreed actions and deadlines are completed. • Deputise for the Head of Science and support the day-to-day organisation of the department when required. Curriculum, Teaching and Learning • Lead or support the planning, sequencing and review of the Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 science curriculum. • Model excellent classroom practice and support colleagues to improve teaching, assessment and curriculum implementation. • Contribute to the monitoring and evaluation of teaching and learning through agreed quality assurance activities. • Ensure curriculum resources are accurate, appropriately challenging, accessible and consistently used. • Promote effective practical science, scientific enquiry and the safe use of laboratories, equipment and chemicals. Assessment, Standards and Intervention • Support robust assessment, moderation and standardisation so that departmental data is accurate and useful. • Analyse attainment and progress information to identify strengths, gaps, underachievement and priorities for intervention. • Lead agreed intervention and improvement strategies, evaluating their impact on student outcomes. • Contribute to reports and updates for senior leaders, governors or the Trust when requested.