Head of Maths - Aspiring Head of Maths

St Matthias is a good school where staff know students well. Leaders work hard to ensure that everyone feels part of the school's diverse community. Students feel happy and safe at school. This is because leaders have created an environment where students are well supported and cared for. Leaders expect students to try hard in school. They do not tolerate disruption in lessons or at social times. In lessons students are polite and respectful of their teachers. Everyone gets access to a good-quality curriculum.

(Extracts from Ofsted Report published 10th January 2020)

This role is suitable for an experienced Head of Maths or an excellent teacher who aspires to be a Head of Maths in the near future.

The Head of Maths will take lead responsibility for providing leadership and management for the subject to secure:

• High-quality teaching
• Effective use of resources
• Improved standards of learning and achievement for all

We offer an extensive CPD program of support.

The job requires a person who:

• Is an excellent teacher
• Can lead and deliver quality learning in Maths with all students
• Wants to innovate and develop Maths within the curriculum model
• Can lead and be part of a team

The Maths department follow the Person Edexcel Schemes of work which are comprehensively resourced for both key stages

• Expert knowledge of the National Curriculum, particularly the maths curriculum
• Understanding of high-quality teaching and learning strategies in the subject, and the ability to model this for others and support others to improve
• Awareness of local and national organisations that can provide support with delivering the subject
• Ability to build effective working relationships with staff and other stakeholders
• Ability to adapt teaching to meet pupils’ needs
• Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils and their perents/carers
• Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children
• Good IT skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate a vision and inspire others

Salary Range: Main to Upper pay scale / TLR (dependent upon experience and expertise)

Contract Type: Negotiable

Starting Date: Autumn Term 2023 or sooner where possible

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Closing date - Wednesday 15th March 2023

Contact us to discuss the role in more detail or to arrange a visit.

To apply complete our application form accessible from WMJobs - https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/

For further information please call the School on 01902 556400 or email recruitment@st-matthias.com

Website: www.st-matthias.com

Supporting documents
Application form - St Matthias.docx
Head-Aspiring Hof Maths JD-PS Nov 2022.pdf
Head-Aspiring Hof Maths advert - March 2023.pdf