2 i/c Mathematics
Royal Russell School
Croydon
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 3 February 2025
Job overview
You will be a well-qualified and inspiring teacher with outstanding subject knowledge, able to teach confidently from Year 7 through to GCSE and A level.
Alongside teaching Mathsacross Key Stage 3-5, you will support the Head of Mathematics in the running of the department and also support students as a tutor, and in a range of co-curricular activities. This role requires an enthusiasm for the subject, alongside experience, dynamism, teamwork and dedication and a willingness to contribute to the extra-curricular programmeand support the pastoral life of our community.
You will join an experienced team, who have an excellent track record of supporting pupils to achieve outstanding results. At GCSE, nearly 50% of our GCSE pupils achieved an 8 or 9 in Mathematics in the summer and, on average, the department added over a grade from pupils’ baseline predictions. A cohort of pupils is entered for early entry GCSE Foundation Tier in November.
The Mathematics department consists of 12 members of staff, including the 2i/c and Key Stage Co-ordinator. There is a strong culture of collaboration and support with colleagues working closely to develop one another’s subject knowledge and pedagogy. Pupils are taught in small ability sets in a dedicated suite of rooms. The exam board for both IGCSE and A Level (Maths and Further Maths) is Edexcel.
We are a friendly, warm and nurturing school and we are committed to doing the very best for our pupils, setting them high expectations in a supportive environment while fostering independent learning and practical skills. You will become a central part of our diverse, enthusiastic and energetic family. The strength of community at Royal Russell is paramount to the success of every individual and we strongly believe that we learn and achieve together. A willingness to contribute to the extra-curricular programme and support the pastoral life of our School is essential.
Our Offer
Royal Russell offers excellent benefits including a competitive salary on our own salary scale. As part of the vibrant community of the historic Royal Russell School you will join a friendly and dedicated team with easy access to transport links (Coombe Lane tram stop, served by the New Addington tram, is opposite the school entrance). In addition, we offer:
• Pension scheme and life insurance
• Meals in the dining hall during term-time
• Social events throughout the year, including a Christmas party for all staff
• Cycle to work scheme (salary sacrifice)
• Octopus electric car scheme (salary sacrifice)
• Free on-site parking
• Use of our on-site sports facilities, including tennis courts, swimming pool and gym
• A discount of up to 50% on school fees (85% discount for wrap around care before and after school during term-time) and a 25% discount with Royal Russell Holiday Club which operates during school holiday periods.
Further information
Full details of our staff benefits and recruitment procedures can be found on our school recruitment page at: www.royalrussell.co.uk/discover/vacancies
You can also contact us by email at hr@royalrussell.co.uk or telephone HR on 020 8657 4433.
Applications(forms can be found on our website) will be considered on receipt and should arrive no later than noon on Monday 3 February 2025. Initial selection interviews will be held shortly after. We welcome early applications and will review these on receipt.
If you have not heard from us by Friday 10 February 2025 you should presume that you have not been successful on this occasion.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (including a check against the Children’s Barred List) and other pre-employment screening including references and medical fitness.
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About Royal Russell School
Thank you for your interest in joining the Royal Russell team
Royal Russell is an Independent Day and Boarding School for boys and girls aged 3 to 18.
Royal Russell is different by design and offers an exceptional education as a family school by valuing what makes each pupil distinctively brilliant. Pupils are supported to realise their vision of success in an open community that reflects the real world and celebrates all achievements.
Located just 8 mins from East Croydon station, pupils enjoy the 110-acre campus, which contains incredible facilities to inspire learning and personal growth; from cutting-edge science labs, extensive sporting facilities, Chapel, Great Hall, spacious dining areas, Performing Arts Centre and beautiful Houses surrounded by green open space.
The School offers bespoke educational pathways to support children and is guided by expert tutors, teachers, coaches and pastoral teams.
There are more than 300 pupils in the Junior School, and over 800 pupils in the Senior School including approximately 250 pupils in the Sixth Form. The School also has around 180 boarders staying in the boarding houses on campus. Pupils benefit from learning in a co-educational setting and as part of an open community that reflects the real world, celebrating both individual and collective achievements.
Royal Russell was founded in 1853 as a charity to look after orphans of families from the textile trades and is proud to have enjoyed Royal Patronage from its foundation, and for having Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as the School’s Patron during her reign.
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