Teacher of Maths
Sackville School, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 3TYThis job expired on 21 June 2024 – see similar jobs
Start date details
January 2025 or sooner
Closing date
21 June 2024 at 9am
Date listed
24 May 2024
Job details
Job role
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Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Mathematics
Working pattern
- Full time, part time: Full time FTE. Part time PTE
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS/UPS
Additional allowances
Possible TLR and potential recruitment allowance for an outstanding candidate.
What skills and experience we're looking for
● To develop and enhance the teaching and learning of Maths at Sackville
● To raise levels of attainment and progress of all students in Maths
● Deliver high quality lessons that meet the needs of all students
● Ensure subject knowledge is up to date
What the school offers its staff
Sackville is a popular and oversubscribed large, mixed, 11-18 comprehensive with 1700 students on roll.It is an exceptionally friendly and supportive community built on strong relationships which allow every student to thrive. We invest in our staff, enabling them to pass on their knowledge and love of their subject such that our students are given the very best experience and opportunities to succeed. We have acquired a deserved reputation for fighting for every child, to support every student in achieving their full potential and developing a lifelong love of learning.
Our GCSE results are consistently strong with extremely positive progress 8 scores. Our A level progress is at the top end of all local authority providers. Maths is a consistently high-performing team at GCSE and A level with large uptake numbers for A Level Maths and Further Maths.
We welcome applications from ECTs. The school has an outstanding induction programme for new staff and bespoke CPD opportunities for career progression.
Further details about the role
Teacher of Mathematics
Required January 2025 or earlier if possible
Full or Part time MPS/UPS plus possible TLR*
(Potential recruitment allowance for an outstanding candidate)
Are you an enthusiastic and talented teacher of Maths wanting to teach classes across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5 in a great school and a well resourced and successful department?
Sackville School is a popular and oversubscribed large, mixed, 11-18 comprehensive with 1700 students on roll. We are looking for someone with the skills, enthusiasm, and ambition to join our team and to achieve our ambitious aims for all our students.
We are proud of our friendly and supportive community built on strong relationships which allow every student to thrive. We invest in our staff, enabling them to pass on their knowledge and love of their subject such that our students are given the very best experience and opportunities to succeed. We have acquired a deserved reputation for fighting for every child, to support every student in achieving their full potential and developing a lifelong love of learning.
Our GCSE results are consistently strong with well above average progress 8 scores and our average grade for A level is grade B. Maths is a consistently high-performing team at GCSE and A level with large uptake numbers for A Level Maths and Further Maths.
The department is very well resourced and has its own block with a suite of classrooms and a large staffroom, as well as rooms in an adjacent block. The Curriculum Team Leader is well supported by Key Stage Leads and the wider team. There is strong collaboration and support amongst the team, with joint planning and CPD at the centre of team meetings.
*If you are looking for a new opportunity to complement your maths teaching, and are an enthusiastic and experienced form tutor, you may be interested in taking on an additional leadership role within our pastoral team. We have recently introduced a system of 5 Communities (Houses) and have an opening for a Deputy Head of Community. If you would also like to apply for this role please ensure this is clear in your covering letter. Further details can be seen on our website.
We welcome applications from experienced colleagues looking for a new challenge in a large and popular school, as well as ECTs looking for a school that will provide excellent support so that you can really flourish at the start of your career. The school has an outstanding induction programme for new staff and bespoke CPD opportunities for career progression.
Closing Date: Friday 21 June 2024 9am Interview date: w/c Monday 24th June 2024
We reserve the right to shortlist and interview prior to the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.
Further details are available on our website https://sackvilleschool.org.uk or from Mrs K Dawson PA to the Headteacher, on 01342 414900. An application form, safer recruitment form and letter of application addressed to the Headteacher, should be sent to the Headteacher’s PA at kdawson@sackvilleschool.org.uk
Sackville School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is covered by the Protection of Children Act and any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service. It should be noted that it is a requirement of the Governors of Sackville School that candidates should, whenever possible, name as referees current and former employers (via Heads or Principals where employment at educational institutions is concerned).
Commitment to safeguarding
Sackville School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is covered by the Protection of Children Act and any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service. It should be noted that it is a requirement of the Governors of Sackville School that candidates should, whenever possible, name as referees current and former employers (via Heads or Principals where employment at educational institutions is concerned).
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About Sackville School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1653 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Sackville School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- kdawson@sackvilleschool.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01342 410140
Sackville is an oversubscribed, vibrant and highly successful community of learners with strong results and high staff morale. We are an open, inclusive and fully comprehensive school.
Arranging a visit to Sackville School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email kdawson@sackvilleschool.org.uk.
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