KS5 Lead for Maths

Harris Academy Purley; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Academy Purley invites applications for a qualified, experienced teacher to join as Key Stage 5 Lead for Mathematics. You will work with the Director of Learning to drive student progress in the subject area across KS5 and help meet achievement targets for the key stage.

The successful candidate will hold QTS (or equivalent) and an undergraduate degree, with proven secondary teaching experience and a strong grasp of the National Curriculum KS3-KS4, especially in KS5.

Qualifications

• Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree.
• Secondary teaching experience is required.
• Knowledge of National Curriculum KS3-KS4, particularly relevant to KS5.”

Responsibilities

• Lead progress and development in Further Maths for KS5.
• Collaborate with the Director of Learning to meet achievement targets.
• Provide high-quality teaching and an inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum knowledge

Assessment

Lesson planning

Education

QTS (or equivalent) + degree

Job description

We are looking for a qualified, experienced teacher, who is able to teach Further Maths, to join Harris Academy Purley as Key Stage 5 Lead for Mathematics.

Joining our Director of Learning, you will be responsible for student progress and development in the subject area across Key Stage 5 including meeting student achievement targets for the key stage.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree.

• Have successful teaching experience at secondary level, ideally including experience in multi-ethnic urban schools and/or in an 11-18 school.
• Understand the theory and practice of effective teaching and learning.
• Have of National Curriculum requirements at KS3 and KS4, particularly in the relevant key stage.

• Understand the importance of having high expectations for all students, both of behaviour and academic achievement. Understand inclusive provision and practices which offer equality of access to the curriculum for all students, including SEN, EAL and high achievers.

• Have knowledge and experience of writing lesson plans, developing resources and assessing students work.
• Understand the importance of being a Tutor.