The Role
St Andrew’s, Prep School is seeking to appoint a appoint  a Head of Science  who will be responsible to the Deputy Head Academic for the provision of Science throughout the Preparatory School, as well as contributing across all areas of School life.   
Their chief responsibility will be to provide the highest standards of Science with the aim of achieving excellent learning outcomes for each child through outstanding teaching and learning within the department.   The Head of Science will teach principally in Years 7 and 9.   In order to ensure that Science is relevant and pupils have opportunities to apply and develop their learning in dynamic and exciting ways, the successful candidate will lead activities and trips.   St Andrew's Prep School is committed to providing a vibrant co-curricular and boarding programme to which all staff contribute. 
Person Specification
Working at St Andrew’s Prep School is an exciting and dynamic experience.   We look to recruit committed and resourceful staff, who are looking to not only develop their skills and leadership capacities, but also embrace new experiences and challenges.
There are some things that are essential to working with us.  The successful candidate will need to be able to support the School’s aims and Christian ethos.  They will have to have a good degree as well as a recognized teaching qualification, such as PGCE, and of course, the relevant experience. Beyond that we want to have staff who love working as part of a team; who are first class communicators and who are passionate about the subjects and the pupils they teach; who are creative and diligent in their planning; who are adaptable, energetic and resilient.
This post would suit a current Head of Department looking for a new challenge and looking to develop their leadership skills.  Alternatively, the role might suit an exceptional individual with experience gained as a Teacher of Science and who has a desire for a greater challenge and responsibility. Experience of working in a Prep School, or in boarding would be desirable, but not essential.  Above all, what matters is a commitment to help us provide a world-class education for our children.
Knowledge and Experience
QUALIFICATIONS

A good degree
Recognized teaching qualification e.g. PGCE
A  demonstrable commitment to professional self-improvement

EXPERIENCE

Experience of teaching KS3 in Science for 3 to 5 years.
A proven track record of excellent teaching and classroom management skills
Successful experience in raising student achievement and adding value.
Current Head of Department
Experience of teaching KS2  or KS4 in Science
Experience of boarding

Skills

Excellent communication and inter-personal skills
Well developed ICT Skills
Ability to use a range of teaching strategies to support the full range of educational needs.
 Evidence of being able to lead , manage and be responsible for initiatives/developments.
Knowledge of current generic developments in teaching and learning.