Head of Department – Life Sciences

Reference: SCCG2650 | Closing Date: 26/11/2023 | Interview Date: W/C 04/12/23

Salary: £48,305 - £50,954 per annum. Incremental progression throughout the band is available

Contract Type: Permanent | Hours per Week: 1.0FTE | Location: Chatsworth Road, M30 9FJ

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an exceptional individual to become the Head of Department for Life Sciences at Eccles Sixth Form College. This high performing department includes our Applied Science, Animal, Equine and Veterinary Nursing provisions and the successful candidate will continue to drive forward developments in this high performing department. Our students have access to a brand-new industry standard animal unit which boats a variety of species including small mammals, exotics and farm animals, a fully equipped veterinary nursing suite and a riding school with over 50 horses with outstanding equestrian facilities. The laboratories provide an excellent learning environment for our Applied Science students. Courses run from level one through to level 4 with a variety of pathways in animal management, equine, veterinary nursing and applied science.

The successful candidate will be an outstanding teacher and experienced manager with experience of implementing quality improvement strategies in teaching and learning at a departmental and cross college level. They will demonstrate an excellent understanding and experience of monitoring and evaluating performance indicators in order to put in place strategies that will improve attendance, achievement rates and value-added progress measures. They will be forward-thinking, creative and committed to providing the very best learning experiences for our students. They will also show that they have excellent communication and organisational skills and an ability to work well with others.

How to Apply

To apply for this job, please complete the registration and online application form via our website.

Reasons to Join Us:

• Sixth Form College’s Association style terms and conditions (195 days) and automatic enrolment into the Teachers’ Pension Scheme

• A range of developmental & career opportunities including a dedicated hour per week for CPD

• Staff Benefits Package with the best discounts and savings for high-street retailers, holidays and cinemas

• Various health & wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling and health cash plans

• Dedicated staff wellbeing days throughout the year

• Family Friendly & Flexible Working Policies

• 3pm finish on Fridays

Commitment to Safeguarding

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as part of our safeguarding commitment we undertake DBS checks as part of our pre-employment procedures on all potential new employees

The College strives to be a diverse and inclusive community and welcomes applications from people from all backgrounds