Teacher of Maths

Harris Academy Beckenham; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Academy Beckenham invites applications for a dedicated Teacher of Mathematics. The role requires QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree, with experience teaching at secondary level.

The successful candidate will be able to plan engaging lessons, develop resources, and assess student progress while maintaining high standards and strong relationships with staff, students and parents. The post emphasises teamwork, effective time management, and the ability to support a

Qualifications

• Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree
• Experience teaching at secondary level, including practice teaching
• Knowledge of National Curriculum requirements for KS3/KS4 and ideally KS5
• Ability to develop resources, write lesson plans and assess learners
• Ability to work in a team and build positive relationships with staff
• Good ICT skills and ability to use interactive white boards effectively
• Ability to create a motivating and safe learning environment
• Strong written and verbal communication with parents and external agencies
• Excellent time management and ability to motivate students to raise aspirations

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Mathematics lessons to a diverse pupil cohort
• Plan, prepare and develop engaging learning resources and assessments
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and support school improvement
• Tutor students and contribute to whole-school numeracy development
• Build positive relationships with parents, carers and external partners
• Monitor progress and provide constructive feedback to students and families

Skills

QTS

Secondary teaching

ICT skills

Teamwork

Time management

Communication skills

Education

QTS (or equivalent)

Tools

Interactive whiteboards

ICT tools

Job description

We are currently looking to appoint a dedicated and inspiring Teacher of Mathematics.

At Harris Academy Beckenham, you will join a dedicated team of teachers and staff supporting our excellent students. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow, inspire and develop, this may be the role for you.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree
• Have successful teaching experience at secondary level (can be teaching practice), ideally including experience in multi-ethnic urban schools and of working in an 11-18 school
• Understand the theory and practice of effective teaching and learning
• Understand the importance of high expectations and equality of access for all students, and of being a tutor
• Have knowledge of National Curriculum requirements at KS3, KS4 and ideally KS5, and of writing lesson plans, developing resources and assessing students' work
• Be able to work as part of a team and to develop and maintain positive relationships with all staff
• Have a good level of ICT skills, ideally including innovative use of interactive white boards
• Be able to create a motivating and safe learning environment for all students
• Be able to communicate positively with parents, carers and other external agencies where necessary
• Have good written and spoken communication skills
• Be able to lead and manage their own work effectively
• Have excellent time management skills
• Be able to motivate students and raise their aspirations through a range of strategies