Teacher of Maths - Whickham Academy
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
28/03/2017
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 14/04/2017 23:59
Salary:
£22467 - £38250 plus TLR 2b £4545
Hours per week:
10 Sessions
Job Category:
Schools - Teaching
Employment Location:
Whickham Academy
Further Information
Student achievement and well-being is at the heart of everything we do at Whickham School. We combine outstanding teaching with a rewarding, enriching curriculum which broadens students' horizons and encourages them to believe in their abilities.
We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Maths teacher to take responsibility as coordinator of KS3. You should be passionate about the teaching and learning of mathematics, and have the vision, commitment and determination to continue raising standards, with particular focus on Years 7 & 8.
This is an excellent opportunity to join our over-subscribed 11 - 18 school with a vibrant, forward thinking philosophy and a positive, friendly atmosphere. We can offer an exciting opportunity to make a real impact.
In return, we can offer:
A school that will allow you to be inspirational, creative and play an active role in our journey to become outstanding
Professional development programmes, with a commitment to support your career ambitions
An academy which welcomes new ideas with energy and enthusiasm
At Whickham School we understand that schools are about people and that staff who are happy and enjoy their work are more productive. Therefore, we are committed to ensuring we provide outstanding CPD and an environment that enables exceptional staff well-being. We will support you in your personal and professional development, enabling you to contribute fully to the creative and dedicated teams of dynamic and ambitious staff you will be joining.
Whickham School is a large and successful school in Gateshead with over 1500 students including approximately 300 in the sixth form. Standards are high and in 2016 5+A*-C including English and maths was 70%. The sixth form is one of the most successful in the region with 53% of grades being A* or A grade.
Behaviour is good at Whickham School and we have eager students who also engage in our wide range of extra-curricular enrichment opportunities. Many of our students progress into our 6th form and performance in academic and vocational qualifications in KS5 is a real strength.
If you think you have the passion, energy and drive to help us become even better, please apply. Informal visits are welcome and encouraged. Please contact Nicola Graham, HR & Administration Manager on (0191 4960026 ext 205) to arrange this.
If successful you will have to apply for an nhanced Disclosure.
Application forms available from - http://www.whickhamschool.org/about-us/vacancies/ via the link to the TES portal
Please note
This job is closed for applications.