Head of Mathematics

The Blue Coat School Basingstoke, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG22 6HA

22 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  Easter 2025 or as soon as possible

• Closing date

  13 January 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  8 December 2024

Job details

• Job role:
  • 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
• Pay scale: MPR/UPR + TLR 1b (12,041)

What skills and experience we're looking for

Our Maths department is well-resourced, with its’ own dedicated block and is highly regarded within the school. The department has made significant progress over the past few years and now we are looking to maintain consistency whilst making further improvements. ‘Complete Maths’ is the backbone of our curriculum. We use visual learning methods, including the use of visualisers and modelling. Our ‘exit ticket’ strategy provides students with feedback and further progress. Our focus on a mastery focused curriculum allows for students to be constantly challenged through deep learning opportunities.

We are seeking a Head of Department to manage an experienced team to embed and sustain our positive improvements in our Maths Department.

What the school offers its staff

The Blue Coat School joined the South Farnham Educational Trust and is the second, secondary school alongside Brighton Hill School. As such, we are in a great position to be at the forefront of educational developments to provide the best possible school experience for our students.

There is a strong sense of community within the school and a real desire amongst staff to grow and develop our teaching and provision. We are committed to ensuring a truly inclusive, enjoyable and successful school environment for all children.

Every student has a place in our school and the team are committed to high standards and expectations in every aspect of our work. We aim to grow and develop as a school community to meet these expectations which will best prepare our students for a successful and happy life after their journey with us.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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About The Blue Coat School Basingstoke

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: Up to 1000 pupils
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: The Blue Coat School Basingstoke website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: recruitment@aldworth.hants.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01256322691
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Arranging a visit to The Blue Coat School Basingstoke

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