Teacher of Maths

Maternity Cover

Job number:049

Required January 2021

Job Summary:

Salary: Main/Upper Pay Range

Contract type: 0.60 (3 days a week - Monday, Wednesday, Friday)

Contract term: Maternity Cover

Closing date: 23 November 2020

Start date: January 2021

Suitable for NQTs: Yes

The Role:

We are seeking to appoint an inspiring and enthusiastic Teacher of Mathematics to cover maternity leave. The successful candidate will be required to teach Maths across the ability range to year 7 & 8 students. Applicants should be passionate about teaching Maths, able to encourage and engage our students and demonstrate excellent classroom skills.

The post would be equally suitable for an experienced teacher seeking a move, or a strong NQT looking for a first teaching post.

The School:

There are many reasons why people choose Penkridge Middle School.

Our core purpose is to offer all pupils the chance to fulfil their best selves and, throughout the learning journey, to make the fullest contribution to society as valued and fully rounded members who treat others with respect. To achieve this end, our pupils need to become independent, life-long learners who steadily extend their horizons and have high aspirations for themselves and for others.

Being part of Penk Valley Academy Trust:

Penk Valley Academy Trust is the local academy trust for the following schools Marshbrook First School, Princefield First School, St John’s First School, St Mary& St Chad CE First School, Penkridge Middle School, Wolgarston High School and The Rural Enterprise Academy. The Trust’s vision is to take collective responsibility for ensuring that every child and young person in our Trust receives an excellent education, achieves high outcomes and realises their potential. All members of staff work incredibly hard to provide the very best education for every child in our care.

Recruitment and hiring during COVID-19: 

Despite the challenges we face, recruitment and hiring will continue for all Penk Valley Academy Trust vacancies with as little disruption as possible over the coming weeks and months.  This is for all senior, teaching and support staff appointments.  Applications will still be reviewed, and interviews conducted in a timely manner, although interview activities may vary. We will still aim to conduct face to face interviews where possible. Candidates will be given the option to interview via online video if you cannot attend in person, this can be discussed if your application is shortlisted.  We will always adhere to Government advise.

Please visit the school website to complete an application www.penkridge.staffs.sch.uk

All completed application forms should be sent by email to personnel@penkvalley.co.uk

If you have any questions about this vacancy, or would like to visit our school in advance of making an application please contact Lisa Blakeway on 01785 413400

Closing date for the receipt of applications is Monday 23 November 2020 (noon)

Interviews: Monday 30 November 2020

All schools with the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.