Head of Maths

 Head of Maths

 Full Time

Grade/Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR (£8750)

Start Date: January 2025

Due to unforeseen personal circumstances for the current postholder, we require an exceptional individual to lead our Mathematics Department.  If you can work effectively under pressure and want an exciting opportunity to work in a vibrant school that makes a difference to young peoples’ lives– we want to hear from you.

 What are we looking for?

The successful candidate will be an integral part of our middle leaders team, providing leadership, direction and management for this key subject. For the right candidate, the position offers excellent potential for career development and will provide invaluable experience to build a platform for further progression.

 The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the capacity to lead and manage a department whilst simultaneously driving forward continuous improvement in student outcomes at all levels. Applicants will demonstrate that they have personal impact, self-confidence and presence, display energy, enthusiasm, commitment and perseverance. The ability to adapt to changing circumstances and embrace new ideas are essential. 

 As well as excellent communication skills, Applicants will consistently model excellent teaching and leadership, and have student achievement and progress at the forefront of their practice. They will have high aspirations and high expectations of staff and students with a proven track record of delivering consistently good student attainment and progress.

 Full details can be found in the Job Description and Person Specification. 

 In exchange we will provide:

·        A busy and enjoyable place to work, where there is a growing team of talented, highly motivated, committed and professional colleagues, both within the school and across the Trust, serving an increasing number of students. 

·        Excellent professional and career development opportunities with an employer that values education and learning.

·        A competitive salary.

·        Use of the Academy modern and welcoming facilities (including a gym and onsite car parking).

·        Membership of The Trusts’ Rewards and Employee Assistance Program.

·        The chance to be involved in guiding the life of students aged 11 to 16, on a daily basis, and seeing them flourish.

Who are The Hereford Church of England Academy?

Here at the Hereford Church of England Academy we serve the community located to the south of the river Wye in the beautiful city of Hereford. We cater for students aged 11 to 16, striving to provide the best possible education and equip all our students to be well rounded and caring citizens who will make a positive contribution to society. 

We are part of the Diocese of Hereford Multi-Academy Trust, which stretches from the foot of Eastnor Castle to the Shropshire Hills, from the Welsh border to the threshold of the Malvern Hills. The Trust is a family of 15 wonderful schools which are spread out across the Diocese of Hereford (Herefordshire, South Shropshire and Worcestershire).

The Trust and school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all shortlisted applicants must be prepared to undergo a number of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people, in accordance with the DfE’s “Keeping Children Safe in Education”. An enhanced DBS will be required for this role. The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the Community.

Please do not attach copies of CV's/qualification certificates. Only the information detailed on the application form will be used as part of the short-listing process. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Closing date: Midday on Monday 30th September 2024. We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applica