Teacher of Maths

Cove School; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Farnborough is seeking an enthusiastic Maths Teacher to join their dedicated department. The role involves teaching across years 7 to 11, engaging pupils to excel academically while ensuring their welfare is safeguarded. A strong commitment to professional development and excellent communication skills are essential. The ideal candidate will be well-supported in a collaborative environment, with access to various resources and training opportunities.

Benefits

Contribution to the Teacher's Pension Scheme

Lifestyle discounts through employee savings platform

Access to free counselling service

Onsite parking

Dedicated teaching and learning training room

Complimentary refreshments in staff room

Qualifications

• Experience teaching pupils aged 11-16.
• Thorough knowledge of the subject curriculum up to GCSE.
• Awareness of safeguarding requirements and good practice.

Responsibilities

• Engage, enthuse, motivate and challenge pupils.
• Teach a standard timetable allocation for years 7 to 11.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Classroom management skills

Strong subject knowledge

IT literacy

Education

Recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE)

Good degree in a directly related subject

Job description

Our Maths Department are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated and dedicated Maths Teacher with a love of education to join the team to encourage all students to make progress in this subject no matter their ability. There are currently nine highly committed teachers who enjoy a range of traditional and progressive teaching approaches, both contributing to the academic and pastoral life of the school. Commitment, hard work and passion are highly valued attributes at Cove School. We value and support our staff and you'll have the chance to develop your skills with a comprehensive and varied Professional Studies Programme. The Maths Department is a strong department which consistently achieves good outcomes. Maths is a well-resourced area and all classrooms have large interactive screens & iPads that can be used for teaching. The department use Mastery Maths, White Rose Maths, Sparks and other online resources for both teaching and home learning for students. The department runs its own in house CPD sessions to enhance the team's subject knowledge and pedagogy even further. The team work in a collaborative manner and run lots of clubs for students in order for them to make excellent progress in Maths. We are looking to appoint a colleague who will:

Key Responsibilities

• Engage, enthuse, motivate and challenge pupils in order for them to excel academically
• Have relentlessly high expectations of themselves and pupils
• Have excellent subject knowledge
• Be willing to teach across the full age range of pupils; year 7 to year 11
• Enhance the quality of teaching and learning in the Department and wider school through sharing resources and good practice, lesson observation, collaborative teaching, mentoring and active participation in continuing professional studies programme
• Teach a standard timetable allocation
• Make a positive contribution to the efficient running of the Department, including, setting and marking examinations, attending departmental meetings and undertaking administrative and other tasks as delegated by the Curriculum Leader
• Actively safeguard and promote the welfare of children
• Support the schools' aims and objectives for teaching and learning
• Adhere to and promote all school policies and procedures. Good degree in a directly related subject (desirable)
• Thorough knowledge of the (11-16) subject Curriculum up to GCSE
• Recognised teaching qualification, such as a PGCE, or equivalent experience
• Awareness of Safeguarding requirements and good practice
• Good level of IT literacy
• Be capable of delivering inspirational and informative lessons to the full age and ability range of pupils at the school
• Be able to demonstrate a positive and authoritative rapport with pupils
• Excellent and effective classroom management skills
• Have excellent communication skills to enable effective dialogue with pupils, parents, staff and visitors
• Be organised and self-motivated, with a proven record for meeting targets and deadlines
• A good sense of humour. Access to an exceptional Professional Studies Programme from extensive in-house CPD, to a wide range of external courses
• To be part of a school which has a real 'team approach' where you will be valued and supported
• A well-resourced curriculum area including your own laptop
• Contribution to the Teacher's Pension Scheme
• Lifestyle discounts through our employee 'Lifestyle Savings Platform'
• Access to free counselling service via our provider 'Health Assured'
• Onsite parking
• A dedicated Teaching and Learning training room
• A staff room with complimentary refreshments and food provided on whole school events such as Parents' Evenings

Safeguarding Commitment

Commitment to safeguarding Cove School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Check as well as other relevant pre-employment checks.