Second in Science

Role: Second in Science

Academy: Outwood Academy Ormesby

Start Date: 01/01/2027

Salary (Actual Salary): £34,069 to £52,835 + TLR 2.1 £3,651

Working Pattern: FTE 1.0

We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Second in Department to provide cohesive leadership and motivating direction within our faculty. In this pivotal role, you will support the Head of Department in driving innovative strategies to enhance the quality of learning, teaching, and student achievement. As a model of the Academy’s vision and values, you will be a key driver in our journey to becoming an 'outstanding' school, championing best practice and fostering a collective approach to problem-solving and curricular development.

Welcome from the Principal:

Thank you for your interest in the vacancy at Outwood Academy Ormesby in Middlesbrough.

As Principal, I'm extremely proud of our academy, where everyone is driven to help young people thrive and meet their full potential in one of the most deprived areas in the country. We are committed to the value that ‘every interaction counts’ and work relentlessly to transform students' lives and develop positive community relationships.

We seek colleagues who value a commitment to enriching student lives, collaboration, a growth mindset, and a relentless drive to ‘turn our best into our normal’.

As part of the Outwood Family, committed to transforming lives and raising standards, we would be delighted to welcome you to our team if you share our passion for improving the lives of young people and our wider community.

- To view the Teaching Staff recruitment booklet for Science: Click Here
About the Department: Our Science department is energetic and forward thinking. We thrive to inspire our students but find so often that they end up inspiring us! We have a wealth of knowledge in the department and an array of 6 specialist teachers who are always willing to share their knowledge and support each other. We are proud of our team, our relationships with each other and our students. The department consists of six teachers and a Science technician. The department benefits from four science labs and two specialist classrooms, as well as a specialist Science technician.
If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Catriona Gamble (HR Admin Assistant) at [email protected].

Applicants must hold a Degree in a relevant subject and possess Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) . You should be an outstanding classroom practitioner with a clear vision for the subject and a proven record of successful teaching across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5 . We require evidence of managing and leading new initiatives or involvement in transformational change within a department or school setting .

Technical proficiency is vital, including a good understanding of school improvement, the current Ofsted inspection framework, and the ability to use data to analyse and evaluate departmental performance to provide high-quality reports . Additionally, you must have thorough knowledge of marking criteria and examination specifications to offer expert advice on assessment and examination preparation .

- To view the person specification, which you should use when completing your application, please click  here. (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ONCjMAsARNJRjCb2XHTheyJUo4r3S_pm/view?usp=sharing)