Job profile

The Role

We are seeking to appoint a full-time, Second in Charge of Science join a successful and thriving science department. The successful applicant will have a strong student management skills, significant experience or willingness to learn in tracking student progress and drive high quality science in education. We welcome subject specialism in Biology or Physics.

Key responsibilities:

• to be accountable for leading, managing and developing science;
• to be accountable for raising standards of student attainment and achievement within science and to monitor and support student progress;
• to lead, train, support and manager other science colleagues;
• to ensure the provision of an effective, knowledge-rich world-class curriculum in science and a commitment to enriching science through additional STEM activities.

About Us

Cottenham Village College is a successful school, situated close to the beautiful city of Cambridge, where you will find dedicated, well-behaved pupils and friendly, supportive staff who are committed to comprehensive education. We believe that truly great evidence-informed teaching, delivering an ambitious curriculum for all, is key to improving students’ outcomes. We prioritise teachers’ professional development and learning and we value a culture of hard work, collaboration and a belief that anything is possible. Come and join us!

Astrea Academy Trust is fully committed to being diverse and inclusive workforce where together we can embrace each other’s unique individuality, background and heritage. We are a ‘Disability Confident Employer’ and all our application forms hide your personal information so we can focus solely on your experience, skills and qualities.

We believe that by reflecting and representing the communities and people we serve, we will better and further the life chances of our pupils.

In return, we can offer you:

• Generous Annual Leave entitlement
• Access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working opportunities from your first day
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Continued professional development and training opportunities
• Free on-site parking

Interested in applying?

If this is something you’re interested in, looking for a new challenge, have a passion for education or maybe all of the above, take a look at the Applicant Brief to find out more about the role to apply.

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to satisfactory background checks including references and enhanced DBS checks.

All queries should be directed via email to recruitment@astreaacademytrust.org