Teacher of Mathematics
Ark Greenwich Free School, London, SE18 4LHThis job expired on 10 April 2024 – see similar jobs
Closing date
10 April 2024 at 9am
Date listed
25 March 2024
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- From ARK MPS/UPS, INNER LONDON [WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF A TLR FOR THE RIGHT CANDIDATE]
Teacher of Mathematics job summary
Ark Greenwich Free School
Job title: Teacher of Mathematics
Location: Ark Greenwich
Salary: Ark MPS/UPS, Inner London [with the possibility of a TLR for the right candidate].
Contract: Permanent
Working hours: Full Time
Start date: September 2024
Closing date: 10th April 2024
About the role:
We invest heavily in our outstanding mathematics department which we believe is one of the strongest departments in the country. Maths provision at the school is very strong and the curriculum allocation is generous.
The department's approach to pedagogy is distinctive resulting in high student progress and outcomes. In 2022, 44% of scholars achieved a grade 7+ at GCSE and 94% secured at least a grade 4. The department’s progress score in 2022 was +1.2, which places is as one of the highest performing Maths departments in the country. Typically, 10-20% of scholars continue studying Maths at A Level/ IB. As part of the Ark network, the department benefits from subject specific support from the Maths network lead, Dani Quinn, former Head of Mathematics at Michaela, and the MathsMastery team.
As a teacher of Maths, you will support the Head of Department to lead, develop and manage the effective delivery of the Maths curriculum. A potential TLR is available for a successful candidate capable of teaching Statistics. A passion for your subject and a commitment to extra-curricular activities is essential.
You will be instrumental in our mission to provide every scholar a great education and real choices in life, regardless of their background. A passionate practitioner, you will deliver high-quality, rigorous lessons that drive achievement and inspire a love of learning that extends beyond the classroom.
Applicants must be fully aligned with the school’s values and ethos as set out in this document and on our website: www.arkgreenwichfreeschool.org.
Key Responsibilities
● Set high expectations so that all scholars are inspired, motivated and challenged to reach their full potential, and in doing so meet their progress and attainment targets
● Plan and teach well-structured, differentiated lessons that are aligned to the agreed curriculum and cultivate every scholar’s intellectual curiosity
● Provide frequent and incisive scholar feedback in line with school policy
● Use data to inform teaching and learning, identify areas for intervention and provide feedback to scholars, staff and families in order to promote progress and outcomes
● Manage behaviour effectively to create a safe, respectful and nurturing environment so that scholars can focus on learning
● Work collaboratively with both school and network colleagues as a committed team member, building successful, high performing teams
● Participate actively throughout the school and network, by attending relevant meetings and CPD
● Attend school events, including but not exclusive to parents’ evening and Prize Evening
● Work with colleagues, scholars and families to develop a strong school community
● Follow all school rules and procedures
Other
● Actively promote the safety and welfare of our children and young people
● Ensure compliance with Ark data protection rules and procedures
● Liaise with colleagues and external contacts at all levels of seniority with confidence, tact and diplomacy
● Work with Ark Central and other academies in the Ark network, to establish good practice throughout the network, offering support where required
This role is also suitable for Trainee Teachers and ECTs.
View the full job description and person specification here
About our school:
At Ark Greenwich Free School, we believe education has the power to transform lives; that's why we strive for excellence in all that we do.
Our goal is for Greenwich Free School to be the top choice for families in Greenwich, known for outstanding teaching, exemplary student behaviour, and unparalleled opportunities in and out of the classroom.
Ours is a close-knit community of staff, students and families. You'll join a team of dedicated professionals who put students at the heart of every decision. We each play a vital role in making our school a secure, welcoming place to learn and grow.
Greenwich is our home, and we tailor our approach to serve this diverse, historic borough. We provide targeted support, challenge each student, and open doors to new experiences.
Learn more about our school and community at https://arkgreenwichfreeschool.org/.
We offer:
· Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale.
· Twice as many training days as standard.
· Generous pension scheme.
· Access to Ark rewards – a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers
· Interest-free loans – up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle.
· Gym discounts – offering up to 40%.
· Access to Employee Assistance Programme – providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support.
Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer.
How to apply:
Please visit this website and submit your application. Please note we will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this advert may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. Early application is strongly advised.
If you wish to discuss this opportunity or for any questions, please contact Leann Cripps on LCripps@arkgreenwich.org.
For any technical issues, please contact our system support team by clicking the chat function on the bottom right of the advert screen.
Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants.
Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark’s safer recruitment process, please click this link.
We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone – staff and students – can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective. To know more about Ark’s diversity and inclusion commitments, please click on this link.
Commitment to safeguarding
Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies.
Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred.
About Ark Greenwich Free School
- School type
- Free School, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 595 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Ark Greenwich Free School website (opens in new tab)
The opportunity to empower young people to grow and be successful is at the heart of everything we do. We provide the very best all-round education to prepare our scholars for the modern world. We are proud of our respectful and disciplined community where scholars and staff are safe and valued; a no-excuses ethos prevails; and aspirations are unashamedly sky-high. Our values of Ambition, Growth, Fellowship and Scholarship permeate all aspects of school life.
Our mission is to create a school of the highest standards that achieves this through recruiting and training excellent teachers and support staff and in developing a pastoral system that ensures no child is left behind.
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