Head of Mathematics
St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan, Lancashire, WN4 9PF20 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
14 March 2025 at 9am
Date listed
12 February 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- Mathematics
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- QTPS - (MPS1 £31,650 – UPS3 £49,084) + TLR 1B (£12,032)
Pay scale
- M1 - UPS3 (Teacher)
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Governors of St Edmund Arrowsmith CatholicHigh School are seeking to appointan outstanding and dynamic Head of Mathematics,with a proven track record of success at KS3 & KS4. Someone who has the capacity to enthuse, engage and inspire our young people through strong subject knowledge; someone who thrives on collaboration and teamwork; a committed professionalwith high levels of personal motivation and ambition. In essence, someone who really wants to make a difference.
This is an excellent opportunity to undertake a key leadership role and shape a department of committed staff to excellence in all areas.
Applications are sought fromexperienced, talentedclassroom practitioners, who have a thorough understanding of the characteristics of high-quality teaching and effective learning.
The successful candidatewill:-
§ Be able to evidence successful planning and implementation of curriculum developments
§ Be able to evidenceintelligentleadership skillsin order tobuild, inspireanddevelopan effective team
§ Behighlypassionate about the importance of cross-curricular numeracy
§ Be a committed professionalwith high levels of personal motivation and ambition
§ Bring innovative ideas and vibrancy to the classroom
What the school offers its staff
In return we offer a bespoke CPD programme, research and development, links and networks with other outstanding schools as well as a plethora of extra-curricular and cross-curricular working opportunities.
We
are a forward-looking and flourishing school, well regarded for the excellence
of our academic achievement and the high level of motivation of pupils and
staff. Visitors to our school never fail to comment
on our respectful students, the positive team ethos amongst staff and the
friendly welcome that they receive.
It really is worth applying for this post and joining somewhere special.
Commitment to safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Offer of employment is subject to safeguarding checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance, pre-employment health check and references.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs are not accepted.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School, Ashton-in-Makerfield
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1211 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School, Ashton-in-Makerfield website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- recruitment@arrowsmith.wigan.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01942 728651
Established in 1961, St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School has a proud history. We are a mixed, voluntary-aided Catholic secondary school for pupils aged 11-16, located in Ashton-in-Makerfield, near Wigan in Greater Manchester. The pupil roll is 1,200 and we are over-subscribed year on year due to the excellent reputation the school holds within the community.
St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School is committed to providing an education rooted in Gospel values, inspiring pupils to make the world a better place. “Prepare the way of the Lord” is the school motto.
Arranging a visit to St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School, Ashton-in-Makerfield
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@arrowsmith.wigan.sch.uk.
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