Associate Director of Science

In the world of discovery, where innovation meets impact, an extraordinary opportunity awaits. Are you ready to embark on a journey where your passion for science meets the power to transform lives?

The Outwood Grange Academies Trust, a beacon of excellence and innovation, is seeking a visionary leader to join our team as the Associate Director of Science to play an essential role in the School Improvement Team.

Here, at the forefront of scientific advancement, you'll have the chance to shape the future of science education across a number of our Academies. As the Associate Director of Science, you will play a pivotal role in steering our scientific initiatives, developing our curriculum towards new horizons and raising outcomes for our students, through innovative intervention strategies.

Imagine being part of a community of science departments that value curiosity, embraces diversity, and fosters collaboration. In this role, you will lead a dynamic team of brilliant scientific minds, each contributing to a shared vision of pushing the boundaries of knowledge.

Mentorship and growth are not just buzzwords here - they are fundamental to our ethos. As the Associate Director of Science, you will have the opportunity to nurture emerging talent, fostering an environment where creativity flourishes and careers soar.

Whilst you will predominantly serve the academies in the Middlesbrough & Redcar Community of our trust, you may be required to travel to any academy within the Trust as part of the remit of the School Improvement Team.

Join us in the pursuit of knowledge, where every day brings the promise of a breakthrough and the chance to leave an indelible mark on the world. The Outwood Grange Academies Trust invites you to take the helm as our Associate Director of Science - where your passion meets purpose, and together, we redefine what's possible.

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If you require further information please contact Aalok Kanwar, Senior Director of Science (a.kanwar@outwood.com).

As part of the Outwood Family we are determined to fully support colleagues, both professionallyand personally. We work hard to ensure we reduce workload on staff, allowing more time in the classroom to put our vision of children/students first, raising standards and transforming lives into practice.

We will actively invest in your future through working closely with the Outwood Institute of Education and the National Institute of Teaching to offer access to a wide range of CPD opportunities, with all staff receiving a minimum of two hours' CPD each week.

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Closing date: Midday on 2 October 2024.

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Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.

In the world of discovery, where innovation meets impact, an extraordinary opportunity awaits. Are you ready to embark on a journey where your passion for science meets the power to transform lives?

The Outwood Grange Academies Trust, a beacon of excellence and innovation, is seeking a visionary leader to join our team as the Associate Director of Science to play an essential role in the School Improvement Team.

Here, at the forefront of scientific advancement, you'll have the chance to shape the future of science education across a number of our Academies. As the Associate Director of Science, you will play a pivotal role in steering our scientific initiatives, developing our curriculum towards new horizons and raising outcomes for our students, through innovative intervention strategies.

Imagine being part of a community of science departments that value curiosity, embraces diversity, and fosters collaboration. In this role, you will lead a dynamic team of brilliant scientific minds, each contributing to a shared vision of pushing the boundaries of knowledge.

Mentorship and growth are not just buzzwords here - they are fundamental to our ethos. As the Associate Director of Science, you will have the opportunity to nurture emerging talent, fostering an environment where creativity flourishes and careers soar.

Whilst you will predominantly serve the academies in the Middlesbrough & Redcar Community of our trust, you may be required to travel to any academy within the Trust as part of the remit of the School Improvement Team.

Join us in the pursuit of knowledge, where every day brings the promise of a breakthrough and the chance to leave an indelible mark on the world. The Outwood Grange Academies Trust invites you to take the helm as our Associate Director of Science - where your passion meets purpose, and together, we redefine what's possible.