Head of Faculty - Maths
Barnes Wallis Academy
Lincolnshire
- Expired
- Salary:
- £45,213 to £46,430
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 6 October 2019
Job overview
This is an exciting time to be joining Barnes Wallis Academy as Head of Faculty, Maths. You would be leading a small and committed team of maths specialists who want every student to succeed. In August 2019, the percentage of students gaining a 4+ in maths rose by 17%. However, there is still more to do and we are determined to build further on that success this year.
As a member of the extended senior leadership team, you will not only lead the department, but will be involved in the running of the Academy as a whole. With a leadership team with a clear focus on delivering a world-class education to improve outcomes and life chances for our students, coupled with the support of being a member of a multi-academy trust, there is no limit to what can be achieved.
We are looking for a leader who has a proven record in their own teaching and improving results. As an Academy with an expanding roll, now catering for 500 students aged 11-16, we are aware this may be your first curriculum leadership post and are able to offer the support and opportunities to ensure it is a success. Equally, you may be an existing middle leader who is looking for more experience of whole school leadership on SLT with a view to progressing your career further.
This is a key role in the Academy’s development and as such attracts a salary up to point 7 of the leadership scale for a suitably experienced candidate
Who we are looking for:
- Have the capacity to generate energy and enthusiasm for learning
- Be able to raise achievement through motivating, challenging and inspiring our students;
- Be a reflective and resilient practitioner
- Have a commitment to inclusion;
- Help foster a culture of high expectations and achievement within the department;
- Have a commitment to the school’s ethos and vision
- Be able to establish strong relationships with students and staff
- Model professional standards across all areas of work.
Salary and benefits
- £45,213 to £46,430 (L6/7)
- Teachers’ Pension Scheme
- An excellent provision for your professional development and Leadership Development programme
About the Trust
Our network of 34 unique and diverse academies is committed to becoming the top performing multi-academy trust (MAT) in the country. We pride ourselves on our academic rigour, driven by talented, dedicated and inspiring teachers who help our students to fulfil their true potential.
If you share our vision and really want to make a difference please submit your application to have the opportunity to be a part of our organisation.
Barnes Wallis Academy is committed to equality, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.
Interviews will held week commencing 13th October 2019.
Visits to the Academy are welcome and should you wish to discuss the post further, please contact the Principal’s PA, Holly Pepper on 01526 342379.
About Barnes Wallis Academy
- Barnes Wallis Academy
- Butts Lane, Tattershall
- Lincolnshire
- LN4 4PN
- United Kingdom
The Barnes Wallis Academy is a mixed, mainstream, state secondary school located in Tattershall, Lincolnshire. It caters to students aged 11 to 16 and has a growing roll with approximately 470 students currently.
The Barnes Wallis Academy was founded in 1954 and was previously named Gartree Community School. It began as a foundation school administered by Lincolnshire County Council and converted to academy status on 1st September 2014. The school is now sponsored by the David Ross Education Trust but continues to coordinate with Lincolnshire County Councils for admissions. In 2017 the Academy gained a “good” rating from Ofsted with personal development, behaviour and welfare being graded outstanding.
Executive principal
James Scarrott
Vision and values
The Barnes Wallis Academy aims to provide a curriculum that excites learners and meets their intellectual needs. Teachers strive to produce students who are resilient, confident and healthy, with the ability and desire to make the world a better place. Every student is encouraged to positively contribute to the wider community.
The Academy implements policies that respect an individual’s well-being and dignity, provide opportunities for success and acknowledge good efforts as well as personal achievement. The school’s ethos is "Educational excellence for the community" and it aims to broaden horizons.
The staff and students are proud to be an integral part of the local community and are actively involved in local events. The Academy has a culture of celebration of achievement and places a high emphasis on the well-being of its students and their pastoral care.
English, maths and science are emphasised in the curriculum. Humanities, arts, languages, technology and vocational qualifications are also available. Vocational qualifications include BTEC Sport, BTEC Child’s Play, Learning and Development and BTEC Performing Arts. The curriculum also addresses global issues, the environment and economic awareness.
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