The governors of Pencoedtre High School are seeking to appoint an innovative, inspiring and passionate Head of Science to lead the department towards continued success and sustained development.
Pencoedtre High School is a 11-18 truly comprehensive School based on the M4 corridor in Barry, at the start of an amazing journey. The school is part of the Vale of Glamorgan's 21st Century School Strategy Project, benefiting from a purpose built £35 Million new school. The school is a vibrant mix of cultures and backgrounds. We have pupils from the full range of the academic spectrum including Additional Learning Needs, BESD, Hearing Impaired and Autism.
The science department has demonstrated a sustained drive for success, building each year to achieve even better outcomes for pupils. The department consists of a strong team, teaching in specialist science disciplines. The department also benefits from the support of skilled technicians. The role of Leader of Learning, Science, is crucial to long term whole school success and therefore is closely supported by our Senior Leadership Team.
The successful applicant will be a suitably qualified teacher or leader who is:
• A passionate practitioner who can empower not just the students, but staff.
• An excellent practitioner with an outstanding record of success.
• Able to lead the development of good practice.
• Knowledgeable about Teaching, Learning and Assessment.
• Committed to raising performance through rigorous monitoring and review.
• An aspiring senior school leader.
Informal discussions about the role are welcomed, and the Head can be contacted by emailing the main school email address.
Completed forms and an accompanying letter of application must be returned by Midday on Friday 26 April 2024.
Pencoedtre High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.