Director of Learning for Science

Director of Learning for Science – Permanent/Temp-to-Perm – Blackpool (FY4)

Location: Blackpool, FY4
Salary: MPS/UPS plus TLR 1 (Min £9,272)
Contract: Permanent or Temp-to-Perm (dependent on candidate suitability)
Start Date: As soon as possible

We are excited to announce a unique opportunity for a motivated and experienced Director of Learning for Science at an established Academy in Blackpool, FY4. This role is suited to a dedicated educational leader who is ready to take the next step in their career and shape the future of Science education at the school.

About the Role: As Director of Learning for Science, you will lead and manage the Science department, ensuring that high standards of teaching, learning, and student achievement are maintained. This is a key leadership role, and you will be responsible for overseeing the curriculum, supporting staff development, and driving improvements in Science education across the school.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Science department and ensure high-quality teaching and learning.
• Develop and implement an innovative and challenging Science curriculum.
• Monitor student progress and use data to drive improvements in outcomes.
• Provide leadership and guidance to teachers within the department.
• Lead staff training and professional development initiatives within Science.
• Work closely with senior leadership to align departmental goals with whole-school objectives.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Proven leadership experience in a secondary school setting, ideally within a Science department.
• Strong understanding of the Science curriculum and how to effectively drive improvements in teaching and learning.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• A passion for Science and a commitment to improving educational outcomes for all students.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a senior leadership role, with the chance to make a real difference in shaping the future of Science education at the Academy. The position offers a TLR 1 allowance (minimum £9,272) in recognition of the additional leadership responsibilities.

If this role sounds like the next step in your career, please apply with a copy of your CV and a member of the PWR team will reach out to discuss further details.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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