Class Teacher and Maths Leader
Longwick Church of England Combined School, Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire, HP27 9SJ21 days remaining to apply
Start date details
Easter
Closing date
14 February 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
16 January 2025
Job details
Job role
- Other leadership roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £31,650.00 - £43,607.00 Annually (Actual) M1-M6 plus TLR2a £3391
Class Teacher and Maths Leader job summary
‘Inspiring a love of learning through our Christian values’
Respect, Responsibility, Perseverance Kindness
Maths Leader required for Summer Term 2025
We are looking for a candidate to start after Easter 2025 but will consider a September 2025 start for the right candidate.
Are you an effective, ambitious teacher leader looking to move to the next phase of leadership? Are you passionate about quality-first teaching and want to work in a strong, supportive team? If so, then our school might be a good fit for you! We are a ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding’ features school (OFSTED November 2023) looking for a nurturing, excellent teacher who will model best practice and develop Maths across our school as a Senior Leader. You will also be responsible for a foundation subject to be agreed upon. We seek a talented individual who is child-centred in their decision-making, dedicated and passionate about teaching and learning, who wants to drive academic success in Maths across EYFS-Year 6 in our one-form entry school.
We offer the following advantages in our school, which is part of the ODBST Trust:
Comprehensive CPD as part of the ODBST Trust
Maths Liaison workgroups in the ODBST
Part of the Mastery Maths working groups
Free eye-tests
Free Health checks
Employee Assist program
Flexible PPA
A strong, supportive team with drive and ambition
Friendly, happy children who want the best teaching and learning opportunities
Strong links with St Mary’s church near our location
Onsite forest school and outdoor classroom
Inclusive working environment that welcomes diverse people of all faiths and backgrounds
Mrs Wakefield, the headteacher, warmly welcomes school visits. Please get in touch with the office to arrange a visit.
Longwick C of E Combined School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.
We reserve the right to interview candidates upon receipt of the application.
Job Details: Class Teacher and Maths Leader for Longwick C of E Combined School
Salary: Main Pay Scale plus TLR2a £3,391
Hours: Full-time
Contract type: Permanent
Reporting to: Headteacher
Responsible for Maths Leadership across the school, plus leading a foundation subject to be agreed upon.
Main purpose
The teacher will:
Fulfil the professional responsibilities of a teacher, as set out in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions document
Meet the expectations set out in the Teachers’ Standards
Take specific responsibility and accountability for the day-to-day management and organisation of Mathematics across the school
Assist in the smooth running of the school at all times
Support the teaching staff as a member of the Senior Leadership Team
Duties and responsibilities
Teaching
Plan and teach well-structured lessons to assigned classes, following the school’s plans, curriculum and schemes of work
Assess, monitor, record and report on the learning needs, progress and achievements of assigned pupils, making accurate and productive use of assessment
Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of pupils
Set high expectations that inspire, motivate and challenge pupils
Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils
Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge
Participate in arrangements for preparing pupils for external test
Demonstrate best practices in Maths and lead a Key Stage, using engaging strategies to boost classroom engagement
Show knowledge of the whole subject of Mathematics across the curriculum, including the latest requirements and developments
Offer practical support to classroom teachers and staff within Mathematics
Monitor Mathematics regularly and support improvements in teaching and learning
Teaching and learning responsibility
Use professional skills and judgements to provide strategic and practical leadership in Mathematics.
Lead, manage and develop Maths, and provide guidance for other teachers, including training, support and advice to improve school practices
Improve standards within Maths across the school, with demonstrable changes for pupils outside of their classroom or group of pupils
Provide strategic Maths support, showing up-to-date knowledge of sector pedagogy and developments
Review curriculum as required, highlighting areas where teaching can be broadened and attainment improved and providing data to the headteacher or others as required
Be the voice for your subject, ensuring classroom teachers’ experiences and opinions are represented within the school, including dealing with any issues on a day-to-day basis
Whole-school organisation, strategy and development
Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of the school’s policies, practices and procedures to support the school’s values and vision
Make a positive contribution to the broader life and ethos of the school
Work with others on curriculum and pupil development to secure co-ordinated outcomes
Provide cover in the unforeseen circumstance that another teacher is unable to teach
Ensure teaching and learning within Maths is aligned with school ethos, identifying any procedural issues and providing workable solutions
Provide leadership within your phase and ensure whole school values are represented and understood
Lead collective worship assemblies across the school which inspire and encourage a love of Maths
Health, safety and discipline
Promote the safety and wellbeing of pupils
Maintain good order and discipline among pupils, managing behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment
Professional development
Take part in the school’s appraisal procedures
Take part in further training and development to improve your teaching
Take part in all ODBST training and CPD events
Where appropriate, take part in the appraisal and professional development of others
Take part in professional development within Mathematics, sharing ways to improve subject teaching with others
Lead other teachers in maintaining subject knowledge and the latest pedagogical developments
Communication
Communicate effectively with pupils, parents and carers
Be a confident and clear communicator who has an ‘open door’ approach
Understand and utilise different communication approaches for different stakeholders
Communicate professionally and accurately to the Longwick Governing Body
Working with colleagues and other relevant professionals
Collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school, including the Woodlands PRU
Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues in our team
Personal and professional conduct
Uphold public trust in the profession and maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour within and outside the school
Have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school, and maintain high standards of attendance and punctuality
Understand and act within the statutory frameworks setting out their professional duties and responsibilities
Management of staff and resources
Direct and supervise support staff assigned to them and, where appropriate, other teachers
Contribute to the recruitment and professional development of other teachers and support staff in Mathematics
Deploy resources delegated to them
Support staff on school trips if and when needed
Plan and lead events such as Number Day to inspire children to develop a love of Maths
Ensure the White Rose curriculum is delivered effectively and consistently across the school
Ensure that children are Mathematically fluent by the time they reach Year 6 in Longwick
The duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive. The postholder may be required to undertake other duties that may be required from time to time within the general scope of the post. Any such duties should not substantially change the general character of the post. Duties and responsibilities outside of the general scope of this grade of post will be with the consent of the postholder.
The postholder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with ODBST Equal Opportunities policies.
The postholder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the ODBST Health and Safety policies and procedures.
Commitment to Safeguarding
All employees need to be aware of the possible abuse of children and vulnerable adults, and if you are concerned, you need to follow the ODBST’s Safeguarding Policy. In addition, employees working with children are responsible for safeguarding and promoting their welfare during their work.
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KiCSIE 2024), please be advised that if shortlisted, we will conduct internet searches to support our commitment to safer recruitment. Please note that this aims to identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online, which the school might want to explore with applicants during the interview. Internet searches will be conducted by someone not directly involved in the recruitment process, and only relevant information will be shared with the interview panel.
Person specification
Qualifications and training
Qualified teacher status
Successful teaching experience, minimum of three years of experience
Evidence of professional development relevant to this role, e.g. Maths Mastery training for NPQ qualification
Skills and knowledge
Good knowledge of legislation and guidance on curriculum requirements
Outstanding classroom practice, constantly showing a positive and resilient approach to pupils and staff
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies
A good understanding of how children learn
Ability to adapt teaching to meet pupils’ needs
Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils
Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children
Knowledge of effective behaviour management strategies
Good IT skills and utilising technology in teaching to support and engage children
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to a variety of stakeholders, including PTA and Governors
Ability to communicate a vision and inspire others
Ability to build effective working relationships with staff and other stakeholders
Personal qualities
High expectations for all pupils and belief in bringing out the best in all
An advocate for Pupil Premium and SEND children
Commitment to upholding and promoting the ethos and values of the school
Commitment to always act with integrity, honesty, loyalty and fairness to safeguard the assets, financial integrity and reputation of the school
Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
Commitment to equality
A confident communicator who can inspire others with best practices
Ambition, drive and passion for making a difference for Longwick Learners
A ‘Can Do’ approach and a belief in ‘Growth Mindset’ for themselves and others
Notes:
This job description may be amended anytime in consultation with the postholder.
Please note that we will consider applications upon receipt. An online safe search will be conducted before the interview for short-listed candidates.
Last review date: 13th January 2025
Next review date: 13th February 2025
Commitment to safeguarding
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:
- All unspent convictions and conditional cautions
- All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020).
It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete self-disclosure form and return prior to interview.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs are not accepted.
About Longwick Church of England Combined School
- School type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 175 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
Longwick Church of England Combined School is a happy, friendly, rural Church of England school, proud of its caring and inclusive atmosphere. At Longwick our vision is centred on a commitment to excellence in learning and high expectations for all. We aim to support individuals to achieve the very best and ensure pupils are well prepared for the next steps in their education and have well developed life skills.
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