Maths Teacher

Kibble; Paisley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Healthcare support

Shop/discounts for staff

Childcare discounts

Confidential counselling

Cycle to Work scheme

Generous holidays

Job summary

Kibble seeks a registered or eligible Mathematics teacher to join its Education team across its schools in Scotland. You will deliver high-quality Maths instruction to secondary learners aged 11-18, aligning with Curriculum for Excellence and preparing learners for National Qualifications and Wider Achievement Qualifications.

You will work with a friendly team, use differentiation, personalise learning, and contribute to the wider school community. Interviews will be held on Thursday 7th October.

Qualifications

• Must have teaching qualification in Mathematics and be registered or eligible for registration with the GTC Scotland.
• Thorough knowledge of the secondary curriculum and ability to deliver Mathematics.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and improving teaching practice.
• Proven ability to differentiate for learners and motivate pupils.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Mathematics lessons to secondary learners.
• Prepare learners for Mathematics assessments and National/ Wider Achievement Qualifications.
• Differentiate lessons to meet diverse needs and support attainment.
• Utilise ICT to enhance learning and student engagement.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contributors to whole-school initiatives.

Skills

Maths teaching

Differentiation

CPD commitment

Effective communication

ICT use in learning

Education

Teaching qualification in Mathematics

GTC Scotland registration or Provisional

Secondary education qualification

Tools

ICT in education

Job description

Staff Benefits At Kibble

• Learning continues with opportunities for further training, job variety and funded study
• Healthcare significantly contributes to expenses such as dental treatments, new glasses and contact lenses
• Money off shopping and events from Blue Light Card, Costco and other partners
• Discounts are available for childcare through Puddle Lane children's nursery
• Immediate access to confidential counselling helps you prioritise self-care
• Wellbeing perks continue with Cycle to Work and generous holidays

About Kibble

Kibble supports children and young people (aged 5-26) who have experienced trauma and adversity through residential care, education and mental health services. For more than 200 years, we've put young people first and have built a trusted charity with vital services that strive to transform lives, families and communities.

Kibble are looking to appoint a registered or eligible for registration with the GTC (Scotland), experienced Technical Teacher who is keen to gain experience of working with children and young people with additional support needs.

Our education team at Kibble is based across our schools; Forest View, Goudie Academy, Mirin Academy and The Skills Academy, where there is opportunity to work in collaboration with local community groups as well as national organisations to strengthen opportunities, experiences and development for our learners.

Education Scotland's inspection report praised Kibble as 'Very Good' across all quality indicators, noting positive learning experiences and high motivation among pupils.

As a teacher at Kibble you will be part of a friendly, supportive and creative team. Small class sizes (6 pupils) allow our learners to meet their maximum potential. Personalised Learning Plans ensure you can deliver the appropriate qualifications to learners based on their needs. You will be well versed in differentiation and personalisation of education and deliver inspiring and engaging lessons to enthuse often reluctant learners.

The successful candidate will enjoy working with our secondary aged learners who access Kibble's Education services, working across Curriculum for Excellence and delivering National Qualifications as well as Wider Achievement Qualifications.

The successful candidate should

• have a teaching qualification in Mathematics.
• have full registration with The General Teaching Council for Scotland or Provisional Registration if Probationary period has not yet been completed have a recognised teaching qualification specific to Secondary Education.
• have a thorough knowledge and understanding of all stages of the secondary curriculum
• show commitment to curricular development
• be skilled in the delivery of high-quality learning and teaching in Mathematics
• have sound knowledge of safe working practices relevant to Mathematics subjects
• have a working knowledge of current subject-related curriculum developments
• hold experience of preparing learners for mathematics assessment tasks
• be an effective communicator both orally and in writing
• demonstrate a clear commitment to continuing professional development
• show commitment and enthusiasm for the subject and possess the ability to motivate learners
• be willing to contribute to the wider school and Kibble community through inter-disciplinary initiatives
• be committed to the pastoral welfare of pupils
• be proficient in the use ICT to enhance learning and teaching
• motivate, encourage and support others.
• make effective use of time, personnel and resources.
• show aptitude for decision making and acting on initiative.

Safe Crisis Training (SCM)

Successful candidates will require a level of fitness to be able to carry out SCM. Please see note section below (4) for further information.

Notes

Interviews will be held on Thursday 7th October.