Post Primary - Teacher of Maths

Education Authority (Northern Ireland); Bangor; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Authority (Northern Ireland) in Bangor is seeking a Post-Primary Teacher to deliver Mathematics to Key Stage 3 and 4, guiding pupils through the NI curriculum. The role requires effective classroom management and inclusive practice within a supportive school community.

The successful candidate will hold a recognised teaching qualification for grant-aided schools, a relevant Level 6 degree in Mathematics, and be registered with the GTCNI.

Qualifications

• Hold a teaching qualification which meets the requirements for recognition to teach in grant-aided schools in Northern Ireland.
• Hold a degree or equivalent Level 6 qualification which has prepared the applicant to teach Mathematics as his/her main subject.
• Experience of teaching Maths at Key Stage 3 and 4 to achieve positive learning outcomes.
• Be registered with the General Teaching Council for Northern Ireland (GTCNI) before taking up post.
• Pre-employment Check

Responsibilities

• Planning and preparing courses and lessons.
• Teaching Mathematics to pupils as assigned, including KS3/KS4.
• Assessing, recording and reporting on pupils’ development and attainment.
• Promoting overall wellbeing and providing guidance to pupils.
• Communicating with parents and contributing to team planning.

Skills

Effective teaching

Inclusive learning environment

Collaborative working

Motivate self and others

Education

Teaching qualification recognised for NI grant-aided schools

Mathematics degree (Level 6)

Job description

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question, how, and to what extent you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria, where relevant.
• You must demonstrate how you meet the criteria by the closing date for applications, unless the criteria state otherwise.
• The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is outlined in the table below.
• Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out in Section 1 below, using the information provided by you on your application form.
• Please note that the Selection Panel reserves the right to shortlist only those applicants that it believes most strongly meet the criteria for the role.
• In the event of an excessive number of applications, the Selection Panel also reserves the right to apply any desirable criteria as outlined in Section 3 at shortlisting, in which case these will be applied in the order listed. It is important therefore that you also clearly demonstrate on your application form how you meet any desirable criteria.

NOTES TO JOB APPLICANTS

• You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question, how, and to what extent you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria, where relevant.
• You must demonstrate how you meet the criteria by the closing date for applications, unless the criteria state otherwise.
• The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is outlined in the table below.
• Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out in Section 1 below, using the information provided by you on your application form.
• Please note that the Selection Panel reserves the right to shortlist only those applicants that it believes most strongly meet the criteria for the role.
• In the event of an excessive number of applications, the Selection Panel also reserves the right to apply any desirable criteria as outlined in Section 3 at shortlisting, in which case these will be applied in the order listed. It is important therefore that you also clearly demonstrate on your application form how you meet any desirable criteria.

SECTION 1 - ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

The following are essential criteria which will initially be measured at the shortlisting stage and which may also be further explored during the interview/selection stage. You should therefore make it clear on your application form how, and to what extent you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.

• Factor
• Essential Criteria
• Method of Assessment
• Qualifications/ Professional Membership

Qualifications must be obtained at the closing date for completed applications;

Hold a teaching qualification which meets the requirements for recognition to teach in grant-aided schools in Northern Ireland

Hold a degree or equivalent Level 6 qualification which has prepared the applicant to teach Mathematics as his/her main subject

Shortlisting by Application Form

• Experience
• Experience of teaching Maths at Key Stage 3 and 4 to achieve positive learning outcomes (Teaching practice accepted)
• Demonstrable experience of using a range of teaching strategies to meet the learning needs of pupils
• Shortlisting by Application Form

• Other
• Be registered with the General Teaching Council for Northern Ireland (GTCNI) before taking up post
• Pre-employment Check

SECTION 2 - ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

The following are additional essential criteria which will be measured during the interview/selection stage.

• Factor
• Essential Criteria
• Method of Assessment
• Knowledge

Knowledge of Northern Ireland Curriculum

Knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection policy/practice

Knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice

Knowledge of a range of teaching strategies to meet the learning needs of pupils

Knowledge of Information Technology systems such as digital classroom tools/media and the use of tablets/mobile technologies

Knowledge of current assessment methods to inform teaching

• Skills / Abilities
• Effective teaching and classroom management skills to inspire and challenge pupils to raise achievement
• Proven ability to provide a supportive, inclusive learning environment
• Ability to work collaboratively to promote positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents and the wider community
• Ability to work as an effective member of a team, and to motivate self and others

• Values Orientation / Identification with School Ethos
• Evidence of how your experience and approach to work reflect the School’s Values/ethos. You will find information about our Values/ethos on the school's website

SECTION 3 - DESIRABLE CRITERIA

Some or all of the desirable criteria may be applied by the Selection Panel in order to determine a manageable pool of candidates. Desirable criteria will be applied in the order listed. You should make it clear on your application form how, and to what extent you meet the desirable criteria, as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.

• Factor
• Desirable Criteria
• Method of Assessment

• Qualifications And Experience
• Minimum of 3 months' demonstrable experience of teaching Maths at Key Stage 3 and/or 4 to achieve positive learning outcomes. (Teaching practice included)

DISCLOSURE OF CRIMINAL BACKGROUND

The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007 defines working directly with children or young people or in specified places as ‘regulated activity’. In the event that you are recommended for appointed to a post that involves ‘regulated activity’, the Education Authority will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Background. Please note that you WILL be expected to meet the cost of an Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. Details of how to make payment will be sent to you at the pre-employment stage. Further information can be accessed at NI Direct or the Department of Justice.

The Education Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer

JOB DESCRIPTION

• JOB TITLE: Teacher - Post-Primary
• REPORTS TO: Principal
• PROFESSIONAL DUTIES OF A TEACHER

TEACHERS’ (TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT) REGULATIONS (NORTHERN IRELAND) 1987; Schedule 3; Regulation 5; Exercise of general professional duties; a teacher who is not a principal shall carry out the professional duties of a teacher as circumstances may require: if he/she is employed as a teacher in a school under the reasonable direction of the principal of that school; if he/she is employed by a board on terms under which he is not assigned to any one school, under the reasonable direction of that board and of the principal of any school in which he/she may for the time being be required to work as a teacher.

Exercise of particular duties; A teacher employed as a teacher (other than a principal) in a school shall perform, in accordance with any directions which may be reasonably given to them by the principal; ... (continued list of duties) ...

Planning; 1.1 Planning and preparing courses and lessons; 1.2 Teaching, according to their educational needs, the pupils assigned to them, including setting and marking of work; 1.3 Assessing, recording and reporting on the development, progress and attainment of pupils.

General; 2.1 Promoting general progress and well-being of pupils; 2.2 Providing advice and guidance; 2.3 Making records of and reports on the personal and social needs of pupils; 2.4. Communicating and consulting with parents; 2.5. ... etc.

Assessment/Reporting; Providing or contributing to oral and written assessments, reports and references; etc.

Staff Development/Professional Development; Participation in staff development, reviewing methods, training, advising, etc.

Discipline/Health and Safety; Maintaining good order and discipline; participating in meetings; etc.

Public Examinations; Participating in arrangements for exams; etc.

Review and Development of Management Activities/Administration; Contributing to selection for appointment; coordinating or managing other teachers; etc.

Number of days/Hours of work; A full-time teacher: 195 days with at most 190 days of teaching; 1265 hours per year; teaching hours > 25 per week; obligations etc.

Staff cover; Supervising and teaching absent teacher; etc.

This job description will be subject to review... etc.