Ormiston Academies Trust

Head of Science EDV/2025/OMA/55436

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Location
Stoke-On-Trent, England, United Kingdom
Posted At
4/7/2025
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About This Role

Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Head of Science to further strengthen our science faculty, reporting in to the Director of Science. We are inviting applications from inspiring classroom practitioners, talented middle leaders (with QTS) who are dedicated to delivering our exciting science curriculum across all abilities at Key Stage 3 and 4 and who are committed to raising achievement in science and believe they have the skills, passion and determination to help lead our academy science education to outstanding. This post is not suitable for ECTs.

The successful candidate will support and work collaboratively with the Director of Science in providing professional leadership and management of science, they will be able to demonstrate a proven track record of successful outcomes and a keen interest in developing the practices of colleagues to further strengthen the teaching and learning of the faculty. We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate who will actively and positively promote science within the academy and will teach engaging and challenging lessons to enable our pupils to progress and achieve. You will also play a vital role in fostering curiosity and critical thinking among our students.

Ormiston Meridian Academy is a thriving secondary academy in the south of the city, serving 11–16-year-old students. Our ambition statement is ‘Shaping Lives, Building Ambition and Igniting Futures’ and every decision we make and action we take is to ensure our students flourish as young adults. Alongside our lessons, we provide a rich and diverse extra-curricular programme that develops character and inspires our students. We all work together to instil a strong sense of belonging for all, which enables students to succeed and become active members of the community as they move into adulthood.

Our Science Faculty is very successful with plenty of experience and expertise, making it an ideal faculty to be a part of. The team work collaboratively and support one another brilliantly, they are united in the ambition to be the very best they can be, and give the best to their students. Leaders provide a clear and strategic approach to the curriculum, teaching and assessment approaches ensuring new members of the team have schemes of learning and lesson resources to hit the ground running.

Staff wellbeing is incredibly important to us and therefore, we are committed to creating a health - promoting workplace by ensuing wellbeing and mental health at the heart of our decision making. We will support staff to make positive choices for their own wellbeing and encourage a collegiate culture across and between all roles in the academy. Specifically, we have committed to the development of a long-term strategy for improving staff wellbeing and making sure our staff are well supported and cared for.

Our new colleague will also benefit from being part of Ormiston Academies Trust. Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…

  • The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
  • Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
  • Being part of a team and community where you belong – being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
  • A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

To find out more about working at Ormiston Meridian Academy, please visit our website www.ormistonmeridianacademy.co.uk or contact Miss D Lovell (PA to the Principal) at [email protected] to arrange a phone call or a tour of the academy.

To apply for the position please submit an application form via the link above by 9.00am on Thursday 8nd May 2025. Interviews will take place week commencing the 14th May 2025. Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

Ormiston Meridian Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974
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