Head of Maths
Ixworth High School
Suffolk
- Expired
- Salary:
- Leadership1 £47,185 - Leadership 5 £52,074
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 5 November 2024
Job overview
Permanent, Full time
Salary Leadership1 £47,185 - Leadership 5 £52,074
Ixworth High School is a small, friendly secondary school located in the Suffolk village of Ixworth, it is around 10 minutes from the A14, 15 minutes from Bury St Edmunds, and 30 minutes from Ipswich. We are have been oversubscribed in recent years, and are a popular school.
We have recently joined Sapientia Educational Trust with the benefits that a successful, knowledgeable and well resourced trust are able to offer, including CPD and support at all levels.
The school is currently a “good” school according to Ofsted, with an inspection from September 2019.
THE ROLE
We are seeking to appoint a Head of Mathematics at Ixworth High School. The successful candidate will have a personal track record of success teaching GCSE Mathematics to pupils with a range of abilities, including those with SEN. We are looking for someone with either proven leadership responsibilities, or the potential to lead a successful faculty. They will have a passion for mathematics and a clear understanding of how students learn best, with the ability to lead, communicate and implement those strategies across the faculty.
We believe that success in any subject is down to a strong curriculum and consistent high quality delivery in the classroom through a thorough knowledge of learning theory. We have a wide ranging enrichment offer and deliver the full national curriculum in KS3 and a wide range of GCSEs in KS4, including Statistics and Further Mathematics.
Candidates may be early in their careers, but the post is not suitable for ECTs. Teachers with experience as a second or deputy head of mathematics, or late entry teachers with leadership experience in other industries, are encouraged to apply.
Visits to our school are welcome, please contact us on 01359 234050 to arrange a tour or discussion.
Application Closing Date will be Tuesday 5th November 2024.
Early applications are encouraged as the position may be filled before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.
To apply please visit https://ce0200li.webitrent.com/ce0200li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107GF.open?VACANCY_ID=5280074tdy&WVID=58214202FG
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants must be prepared to undergo a number of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people. The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. In accordance with the Department of Education’s “Keeping Children Safe in Education”, references will be sought on all short-listed candidates before interview.
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About Ixworth High School
Ixworth High School is an oversubscribed, ambitious school. Our commitment is to providing an inspiring and enriching educational experience. At Ixworth, we take a holistic approach to the curriculum, ensuring that the academic development of our students is complemented by a wide ranging creative focus as well as a bespoke enrichment curriculum. This allows us to cater for each child’s individual needs and talents, promoting a well-rounded individual. If you would like to know more about our school, or, organise a visit, please email enquiries@ixworthhighschool.org.
Our Vision
Inspiring, enabling and celebrating each and every young person’s personal best.
Our Mission
To create an outstanding learning community for all.
Our Values
Integrity – We will always display honesty, trust, thoughtfulness and an unrelenting respect in all that we do.
Striving for Excellence – We will always respond to the emerging needs of our students, pupils and colleagues by seeking feedback on our personal performance and by taking ourselves out of our comfort zone.
Collaboration – We will work to break down silos and to ensure that all colleagues and all students benefit from new initiatives.
Determination – We will never knowingly allow ourselves or others to opt out in our drive to do the very best for our students and colleagues.
Empowering – We will always look to build confidence and strength in others by affording them the autonomy and independence they need in order to step up and to make decisions.
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