Leader of Teaching & Learning in Mathematics

Callerton Academy; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking academy dedicated to fostering a love for mathematics and academic excellence. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a growing mathematics department, shaping the future of students while collaborating with a team of passionate educators. With a commitment to innovative teaching methods and professional development, you will play a vital role in creating an engaging learning environment. If you're ready to inspire young minds and make a significant impact in a supportive community, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Excellent Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free On-Site Parking

Professional Development Opportunities

Well-Being Activities

Qualifications

• Proven record of raising attainment in mathematics.
• Ability to inspire and lead a team of educators.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the mathematics curriculum.
• Motivate and support students and staff in their learning journey.

Skills

Mathematics

Teaching

Leadership

Communication

ICT Skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Relevant Degree

Job description

ABOUT THE ACADEMY

Callerton Academy is new secondary school that opened in September 2021 as one of two new schools within Gosforth Group. Our principal aim is to encourage high expectations and high standards of achievement, both academic and personal. We are driven by a desire to support young people to create their future and be successful in all they do. Our values embrace honesty, trust, reliability, respect for the legitimate rights of others, care for every member of society, regard for the environment, and kindness towards other people. We have high expectations of both ourselves and our students. Our exceptional, highly skilled, and dedicated staff strive to develop aspirational and confident young people who have a lifelong love of learning. Currently, we are based in a state-of-the-art building in Newcastle’s Grainger Town with great links to metro and bus transport, until we move into our new school building located in Westerhope, which opens to students in September 2025 Permanent Site Updates, serving around 1,200 students from Year 7 to Year 11.Callerton Academy is an exciting and thriving secondary school where staff are highly valued and invested in to be able to become exceptional practitioners.

ABOUT THE ROLE

First and foremost, we are looking for someone who loves maths and is passionate, proactive and innovative. You may already be a subject leader or a second in subject, or you may be ready to take your first step into subject leadership. You will have a proven record of raising attainment and accelerating progress, whilst demonstrating effective and innovative teaching and learning.

The maths department is on an exciting journey as it grows considerably over the next couple of years as the school grows with it. This is your chance to shape a department of specialists, building on the excellent foundations already in place. We are developing a strong team of practitioners at Callerton Academy who are able to be versatile and are keen to be involved in many and varied aspects of school life; particularly during the coming years while the school is growing. You will be an important part of our growing school and will be a consummate professional, practical and ‘hands-on’; able to enthuse and motivate colleagues and students alike.

This is a unique chance for someone looking to develop their leadership within a highly successful and supportive school and multi academy trust, backed up by excellent resources and facilities.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• An outstanding practitioner
• A passion for maths and for teaching and leading all facets of the curriculum
• A proven track record of excellent progress and achievement across Key Stage 3 and 4
• A commitment to fresh and exciting methods of delivering the curriculum
• The ability to develop, lead and inspire a team of staff
• A relentless drive to secure the best possible outcomes for students of all abilities and from all backgrounds
• Excellent communication and ICT skills

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• A competitive salary
• Benefits including; excellent pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking
• An opportunity to work with highly-skilled professionals
• Enthusiastic and motivated students
• An exciting and extensive commitment to professional development
• A school with its community at heart
• An exciting programme of staff well-being activities
• Wider career development opportunities to be involved across the Gosforth Group

This is an exceptional opportunity to make a difference within a positive and exciting environment. If you share our community’s ethos of progression, diversity and dynamism then we would be delighted to hear from you.

If you would like to arrange a visit or speak to Lorcan McCloskey, the current post holder before application, contact Miss Lockhart, Office Manager, at [e-mail] for more information. Please note that there is not an expectation for you to visit the school before application.

If you would like to discuss this vacancy further, or you are unable to complete the online application form and require this in another format please contact us by email: [e-mail] or telephone: [phone].

Applications are shortlisted for interview asthey are received, and so early application isencouraged. We reserve the right tocommence the interview process and close thevacancy prior to this date.

Following the shortlisting process, where applicable, candidates who attend interview will be reimbursed reasonable expenses for travel and accommodation.

The Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Safeguarding Information

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.This means certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’. Further information about filtering offences can be found in theDBS filtering guideand you can view ourPolicy on the Employment of Ex-offenders here.

Gosforth Group are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. References will be requested prior to interview for those candidates shortlisted. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, along with other relevant pre-employment checks.