About The Role As Director of Science, you will lead, develop and manage the effective delivery of an outstanding curriculum, which enables the highest level of student progress and attainment. You will lead the professional community of science teachers and promote outstanding teaching and learning and a strong school culture within a nurturing and rigorous environment. In the interests of effective working, the major tasks may be reviewed from time to time to reflect changing needs and circumstances. Such reviews and any consequential changes will be carried out in consultation with the post holder. The successful candidate will: Lead, develop and line manage the science department through the provision of: CPD, inset training days, supervising NQTs, ITT students and support staff, etc. Monitor, evaluate and continually improve the quality of planning, teaching, and assessment of all members of the science team Manage departmental budget and resources effectively and efficiently Lead behaviour management in the department, securing strong routines for learning, consistent with the academy''s policy, and liaising with tutors and parents when necessary Develop strong partnerships and ensure regular communication with parents and carers Benefits: Staff wellbeing is one of our main priorities. We provide breakfast for staff each morning, soup for lunch and lunch for those on duty. We have parking available, a gym on site and a well-equipped staff room including a pool table.