Teacher of Mathematics - Post Primary

Education Authority; Holywood; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Northern Ireland is seeking a dedicated Teacher for Post-Primary education. The role involves teaching Mathematics, promoting inclusive practices, and engaging in professional development. Candidates must have a recognized teaching qualification and experience in diverse teaching strategies. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the school's values and ethos while fostering student success.

Qualifications

• Must have a recognized teaching qualification and be registered with GTCNI.
• At least 1 year of teaching Mathematics at Key Stage 3 and 4.

Responsibilities

• Exercise general professional duties and planning.
• Promote good relations, equality of opportunity, and adhere to legislation.

Skills

Effective classroom management

Inclusive teaching

Collaboration

Motivation skills

Education

Level 6 degree in Mathematics

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Teacher - Post-Primary

REPORTS TO: Principal

Professional Duties of a Teacher

Regulations: Teachers’ (Terms and Conditions of Employment) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 1987, Schedule 3, Regulation 5

1. Exercise of general professional duties
2. Exercise of particular duties
3. Planning
4. General
5. Assessment/Reporting
6. Staff Development/Professional Development
7. Discipline/Health and Safety
8. Public Examinations
9. Review and Development of Management Activities/Administration
10. Number of days/Hours of work
11. Staff cover

Other duties may be assigned as appropriate. The post-holder is also expected to promote good relations, equality of opportunity, and adhere to equality legislation.

Person Specification

Notes to Applicants: Applicants must demonstrate how they meet the criteria in their application. Shortlisting is based on the information provided, and the panel may shortlist only those most suitable. Desirable criteria may be used to narrow down the pool of candidates.

Section 1 - Essential Criteria

Qualifications/Professional Membership: Must have a recognized teaching qualification and a Level 6 degree or equivalent in Mathematics. Must be registered with GTCNI.

Experience: At least 1 year of teaching Mathematics at Key Stage 3 and 4, with experience in using diverse teaching strategies and digital media.

Section 2 - Additional Essential Criteria

Knowledge: Understanding of the Northern Ireland Curriculum, Safeguarding, SEND Code of Practice, and IT systems in education.

Skills/Abilities: Effective classroom management, inclusive teaching, collaboration, and motivation skills.

Values: Reflection of the school’s values and ethos in professional approach.

Section 3 - Desirable Criteria

Experience supporting numeracy interventions, supporting pupils on the C/D boundary, and willingness to participate in extracurricular activities.

Disclosure of Criminal Background

Post involves regulated activity; an Enhanced Disclosure will be required, and the applicant bears the cost.

Additional Information

Applicants can view guidance notes and benefits information via provided links. The Education Authority promotes equal opportunities.