Arrow Vale
A member of the Central Region Schools Trust
Matchborough Way
Redditch
B98 0GF
Principal: Mr Ian Mellor
Web Site: www.arrowvaleacademy.co.uk
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 01527 526800
KS3 Lead - Science (Redditch Pyramid)
Main Pay Scale + TLR2 (Leadership Spine available for exceptional candidates)
Required from September 2023
We are seeking to appoint an inspirational and ambitious Science Leader with an exciting remit
of overseeing KS3 Science at our two feeder middle schools and at Arrow Vale. As a school, we
received an ‘Outstanding’ grade in all categories from Ofsted in 2014 and 2018. We would like
to offer you the chance to work alongside a dedicated, friendly and hardworking Science
department highlighted in the most recent Ofsted inspection ‘outcomes in Science are
exceptionally high because of the high quality of leadership and training’.
The Science department currently offers GCSE qualifications in Dual award trilogy, Separate
Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) and also offers ‘A’ Levels in Biology, Chemistry and
Physics, along with BTEC Level 3 Science. The ability to teach Key Stage 5 would be of
benefit. Results for the past 3 years have been strong at both GCSE and A Level.
The successful candidate will be given opportunities to work across the MAT on reviewing,
developing and improving the KS3 curriculum through our effective co-design. This role will
also include ensuring the successful implementation of this curriculum within the Arrow Vale
pyramid. Opportunities shall be offered to act as an SLE where appropriate.
This is a very exciting time to be joining a highly motivated and successful team. Applications
are welcomed from 2nd and 3rd year colleagues as well as more experienced professionals who
possess the necessary drive and commitment to work with the students of our Trust. In return
there will be clear opportunities for personal and professional development.
Application Process
Interested candidates who wish to have an informal conversation about this role are welcome
to contact James Couper – DLS Science: [email protected]
Further information and an application form are available to download from our website
www.arrowvaleacademy.co.uk. Alternatively, please email
[email protected].
Closing date : Monday 8th May 2023 at 9.00am (we reserve the right to interview before the
closing date should the right candidate apply, so we would advise you to apply early).
Central Region Schools Trust is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and
diversity. It is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young
people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is an offence to apply
for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the
Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. The completion of an Enhanced DBS will be required.