St. Julian's School is seeking to appoint an experienced and innovative Head of Chemistry to lead our team of dedicated chemistry teachers as part of the Science Faculty. There are over 600 students in the Secondary section and students follow a bespoke KS3 programme with a wide range of subjects. They go on to study for GCSEs and then the IB Diploma in Year 12 and 13. Our results are excellent, but we are also committed to the holistic development of good people.The bespoke Key Stage 3 curriculum is designed to develop key skills as a foundation for further study. All students study 6 hours of science in our 2 week timetable in Key Stage 3. At GCSE students can choose Double Award or Triple Science and the trend is usually around 50% in each. At IB Diploma, many students continue with more than one science and we introduce Environmental Systems and Societies as an option. The Science Faculty is large, well resourced and supported by 3 technicians.About St. Julian's School Founded in 1932, we are a highly successful, non-selective 3-18 British international school with a reputation for academic excellence. We currently have just over 1,200 students from over 50 different nationalities. The School has three sections: Primary, Secondary and Bilingual. The Secondary Section is a four-form entry and has 630 students.Google Apps for Education is used across the whole school as a learning and administration platform and all teaching staff are given their own MacBook Air.We are accredited by CIS (Council of International Schools), COBIS (Council of British International Schools) and NEASC (New England Association of Schools and Colleges). Our Head is an International Member of HMC (Heads' Conference).Teacher job description Core purpose To facilitate the learning of students and promote the effective development of all individuals in our learning community. Our learning ethos is based on our aim to establish a framework for students and teachers to be engaged and challenged, for parents to be assured and excited by the opportunities we provide to ensure that our students develop the attributes which will allow them to become the compassionate, curious, collaborative communicators with the courage to be the active citizens the world needs.Learning To facilitate the learning of students in a (or more than one) specific subject area(s)To mentor and support students in their learningTo develop a personalised approach to learning that enables every child to succeed and understand the diverse learning capacities of studentsTo develop necessary interventions in and out of the classroom where a child is not making expected progressTo plan appropriate sequences of lessons to support student learningTo develop appropriate ongoing assessments to enhance student learningUse a variety of teaching strategies fundamental to school pedagogy in ways that stimulate learning and inspire studentsIntegrate technology to enhance learningKeep up to date with subject knowledge and approaches to pedagogy. WellbeingTo work with tutors and pastoral leaders to ensure that student wellbeing is paramountTo liaise with the Safeguarding leads and complete the necessary referral forms if a child is deemed at riskPromote intercultural understanding and respect for diversity among all students. Professional growthTo identify areas of potential growth each year and commit to developing oneself in this areaTo visit other classrooms to enable the sharing of good practiceTo invite peers into the classroom to enable sharing of good practiceTo participate fully in professional development opportunities in and out of schoolTo initiate and work on opportunities to develop own practice related to the learning essentials.To share professional learning with colleagues. TeamworkTo collaborate as part of a team to produce sequences of learningTo support other colleagues to grow and develop. Personal strengthsDisplays empathy and understanding for the diverse learning capacities of students and designs lessons accordinglyPromotes intercultural understanding and respect for diversity among all studentsUses a variety of teaching strategies fundamental to school pedagogy in ways that stimulate learning and inspire students: project and enquiry based learning, collaborative methodologies, interdisciplinary approaches, discussion, reflection and sound instructional teaching.Integrates technology into teaching and learning to enhance research and media literacy, facilitate collaborative work and consolidate digital citizenship protocols among studentsDemands honesty from students in their approach to academic work and respect in their social intercourseIs confident in subject knowledge and conversant with contemporary educational thinkingEncourages students to take responsibility for their education by showing them how best they may reflect on their learning. Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupilsProvides opportunities for the student voice to be heard through welcoming risk-taking and divergent and innovative thinkingMakes a significant contribution to the pastoral life of the schoolMakes a significant contribution to the wider curriculum of the school. Person specification EssentialsBe an innovative and collaborative leaderDemonstrate experience of excellent teaching of ChemistryPossess a recognised teaching qualificationBe able to teach effectively across the age rangeBe able to teach all 3 sciences to GCSEHave a proven record of an adaptable, collaborative, innovative and compassionate approach to teaching and learning DesirableHave experience of teaching IB DiplomaBenefits We will provideA competitive salary and benefits packageTwo-year contract, renewal by mutual agreementA relocation allowance for expatriate staff, including flights (start and end of contract)School places for up to two children (Nursery up to Year 10, or starting in Year 12)Medical and life insuranceLunch allowanceA professionally stimulating and collaborative working environmentRelocation package for an international appointment. Application process Applications should be addressed to Paul Morgan, Head of School, and submitted through the TES portal. The closing date for applications is Thursday 21 March. You must provide two references, one must be from the head/principal of your current/most recent school. We strongly recommend early applications as interviews may be arranged before the closing date. Safeguarding St. Julian's School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. The offer of the role will be made subject to receipt of satisfactory references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification checks and criminal record screening including overseas (where appropriate).#J-18808-Ljbffr
