Director of Science - September 2025 start, or sooner if possible - Walsall Academy

Area: Science (Teaching)
Management Level: Head of Subject
Closing date for applications: N/A

Position Description

Qualifications

  • QTS status
  • Degree in a Science Discipline

Personal Qualities, Skills and Attributes

  • A positive and kind attitude that brings the best out in others
  • Enthusiasm, personal dynamism, resilience and stamina
  • Leadership that is solution driven
  • Lead by example showing clearly an understanding of the values of the Nolan Principles, i.e.  selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness and honesty
  • Ability to build and lead a positive team
  • Ability to establish good and  productive working relationships through effective communication and the use of empathy
  • A high level of organisation skills and the ability to meet deadlines
  • Highly competent in using data effectively
  • Excellent attendance and punctuality
  • A commitment to equal opportunities

Knowledge and Understanding

  • Secure knowledge and understanding of the concepts and skills required for the teaching of Science and leading the development of curriculum
  • An outstanding practitioner with knowledge and experience of teaching Biology, Chemistry or Physics to GCSE and one Science to A-level
  • Ability to implement a curriculum that is well planned and sequenced
  • Ability to use data with skill to improve departmental outcomes
  • Ability to use quality assurance in a manner that drives improvement
  • Ability to use research evidence to inform and improve teaching
  • Ability to reflect on own practice

Walsall Academy is committed to safeguarding our students and all posts will require enhanced DBS check and standard pre-employment checks. Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) 2024, refers to the role of online searches as part of due diligence within the recruitment process. In response, all short-listed candidates will undergo an online search prior to interview.