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Teacher of Mathematics

The Sittingbourne School, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 4NL

This job expired on 20 March 2023 – see similar jobs

• Start date details

  September 2023

• Closing date

  20 March 2023 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  1 March 2023

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subject: Mathematics
• Working pattern:
  • Full time - Full time teaching position
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS
• Additional allowances:

  Salary enhancement for suitable candidate

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an inspiring Maths teacher to join our fantastic Maths department and join a team dedicated to delivering first class learning for every student. You will join a talented and dedicated department, with a strong teamwork ethic and passionate commitment to improving attainment.

This post offers an excellent opportunity to be part of the school’s exciting upward journey. Applicants will show enthusiasm for joining our dynamic and supportive team, and will be able to demonstrate the highest standards of delivery in order to raise attainment at all levels.

The Sittingbourne School is a large, oversubscribed school built on a strong sense of community, making us a warm and very special place to be part of. Our staff work tirelessly to ensure the wellbeing and happiness of every child. However, we are not a school where we allow ourselves to be defined or limited by the pastoral care we offer. We never forget that teaching and learning is our core business. Our motto is “Empowered through learning” because we believe that through excellent teaching and a fantastic curriculum every child can succeed, be happy and change their lives. Therefore, we are driving to ensure every child consistently receives high quality teaching and learning in every lesson and engages in a challenging and relevant curriculum.

What the school offers its staff

The successful candidate will join a school with a strong and supportive senior leadership team for whom staff wellbeing is a priority. We appreciate the challenges teachers face and we do all we can to reduce unnecessary workload and cut down on bureaucracy. We take a zero tolerance approach to rudeness and defiance to staff and we make sure that no teacher feels alone when things are tough. In addition, staff also benefit from a wide ranging programme of ongoing staff development.

If you think The Sittingbourne School could be the school for you, email Sarah Scott-Drysdale (sarah.scottdrysdale@swale.at) for more information and to arrange a visit.

Please note that we reserve the right to bring forward the application deadline if we feel we have a strong field of applicants early on. Therefore, early application is advised.

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

If you are interested in this post, please contact Sarah Scott-Drysdale, Office Manager at sarah.scottdrysdale@swale.at or 01795 472449.

Applications should be made via Kent Teach. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 426091 (option 2)

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Closing date: 20/03/2023 – please note that we will be reviewing application forms on receipt and we may discontinue further receipt of applications before the closing date if suitably qualified candidates are identified.

Interview Dates: tbc

Commitment to safeguarding

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure.

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About The Sittingbourne School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 19
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1558 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: The Sittingbourne School website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: Sarah.ScottDrysdalde@swale.at
• Phone number: 01795 472449
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-sittingbourne-school (opens in new tab)

Sittingbourne Community College is a large non-selective school and was judged by Ofsted in November 2017 as a ‘Good’ school. We believe that all learners need to feel safe and secure in school in order for them to reach their full potential. We have established a culture of respect for each other and pride in academic achievement for all learners. We offer our students a very broad curriculum, placing value on the arts and vocational subjects in addition to core and Ebacc subjects. Our objective is to ensure success for every student so that when they leave us they are well rounded, confident individuals, well equipped to take their place in the work place or further education. We are very proud of the culture and ethos that exists in the school which is continually evolving and developing to ensure that all students benefit from our extensive systems of support.

Arranging a visit to The Sittingbourne School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email Sarah.ScottDrysdalde@swale.at.

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