Head of Mathematics
The Castle Rock School
Leicestershire
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 06/01/20
- Apply by:
- 28 October 2019
Job overview
The Apollo Partnership Trust (APT) was founded in November 2017.
It currently consists of two secondary academies, Castle Rock High School and Newbridge High School, and one primary academy, Broom Leys Primary School.
We are committed to development and improvement through strong collaboration and partnership.
The Trust wishes to appoint an inspirational:
Head of Mathematics
Permanent
Full-time
To commence for the 06 January 2020
Key Base will be at Castle Rock Campus with the flexibility to work in other schools within the MAT as required.
Are you a motivated Teacher of Maths looking for a position where you can join a dynamic department with excellent facilities?
Are you an outstanding teacher and leader with vision, expertise and a desire to drive forward and inspire students of all abilities to engage and succeed in Maths?
Are you committed to developing and shaping an enthusiastic Maths department in a collaborative environment working with peers and colleagues both in the academy and across the Trust?
We are looking for an innovative teacher who is passionate about Mathematics building upon students’ skills. You must be dedicated, organised and totally committed to driving standards and raising achievement through the delivery of outstanding lessons. Experienced teachers are encouraged to consider this role. Applications are welcome from suitably qualified teachers with appropriate relevant experience.
We are looking for someone who:
- has high professional standards
- is able to deliver lessons to Key Stage 3, 4 & 5 students,
- is committed to raising the achievement of all learners by ensuring teaching across the curriculum is of the highest quality
- is able to make positive relationships with staff, students, parents and the wider community
- is able to plan and deliver innovative and inspirational lessons that engage students
Within the Apollo Partnership Trust, our Academies passionately believe in giving young people the very best Education and the chance to progress and develop themselves through the wide opportunities we offer. We have high expectations and aspirations for all students and staff within our Trust and we expect excellence throughout.
Beyond the classroom we offer many clubs, activities and opportunities to develop a range of skills, nurture existing talents and offer a chance to try new things; which not only help make new friends but benefit the mind and promote a healthier lifestyle.
Our motto is ‘Excellence Through Partnership’. We strongly believe our collaborative approach ensures staff are part of a family of academies, with the highest educational and operational expertise to ensure the very best education, support and guidance to our students across the group.
We are proud of all of our academies. We actively seek to maintain and develop both individual academy identity and characteristics.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:
- work with other local academies and schools
- become part of a thriving, successful and dedicated Multi-Academy Trust
Joining the Trust will allow the successful candidate to have access to extensive staff benefits, details of which can be found: http://www.apollopartnershiptrust.uk/why-join-us/
Informal visits are welcome.
For further details please visit the Trust’s website: http://www.apollopartnershiptrust.uk/apollo-vacancies/
or contact Donna Hudson-Bennett on 01530 831561
Alternatively, you can email recruitment@apollopartnershiptrust.uk
Closing date for application: 10:00am on Monday 28 October 2019
It is anticipated interviews will be held w/c on Thursday 31 October 2019.
People with disabilities and from ethnic minorities are underrepresented in our staff group.
We welcome applications from suitably qualified/experienced people from these groups.
These posts are designated as a regulated activity and requires enhanced criminal records check for a regulated activity (including a barred list check).
NO AGENCY APPLICATIONS
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About The Castle Rock School
The Castle Rock School – A school where students can ‘be the best they can be: where they can develop as successful learners, confident individuals and responsible citizens’.
The Castle Rock School is a mixed gender academy for students aged between eleven and eighteen years of age. It serves an extensive area which includes the eastern and northern parts of Coalville together with the expanding village of Whitwick and other adjacent housing areas.
The origins of the school date back to 1958, when Castle Rock High School opened on the plot of land that is now occupied by our neighbours, the Forest Way School.
The new school building opened in April 2006, featuring state-of-the-art facilities rich in technology with a fantastic library, sports hall, modern ICT suites and classrooms. It also incorporated a number of environmentally friendly elements such as the harvesting of rainwater for later use in flushing of toilets, and energy-efficient construction and maintenance techniques.
The school converted to Academy status in 2012, and in October 2017 the school was inspected by Ofsted, who deemed that Castle Rock continued to be a Good school. Some of the report’s findings are summarised below;
- Senior leaders have continued to improve the quality of teaching since the last inspection. They make effective use of a thorough process for checking on the quality of teaching.
- Teachers use questioning well to check on pupils’ understanding and to make them think more deeply.
- Leaders give safeguarding a high priority and it continues to be effective. All safeguarding arrangements are fit for purpose. Records are detailed and of a high quality.
- Pupils’ behaviour within the classroom and around the school is good. They listen respectfully to staff and work well, both independently and together. Pupils who spoke with inspectors were articulate, confident and polite. They are smartly dressed and wear their uniform with pride.
- Pupils say they feel safe in the school and they know that they can talk to an adult about any concerns they may have. They have a good understanding of how to keep themselves safe in a variety of situations. This includes when working online.
The Apollo Partnership Trust – Excellence through Partnership
In November 2017, Castle Rock became lead school of The Apollo Partnership Trust, a multi-academy trust formed by Castle Rock, Newbridge High School and Broom Leys Primary School. Strong ties were already in place between the three local schools and we continue to build upon this relationship.
In March 2020, the adjacent King Edward VII College formally joined the Trust with plans to merge with Castle Rock High School. The new school was to be known as The Castle Rock School, opening formally under it’s new name from the beginning of Autumn Term 2020.
Our Aims, Ethos and Promise
At The Castle Rock School we are fortunate enough to be able to provide an environment where students will thrive during this crucial stage of their academic and personal development. We are proud to have our students and we are passionate about developing their intellectual and practical capabilities.
The Castle Rock School puts our students first by investing in our staff and through effective partnership with our community.
The Castle Rock School develops our students; their intellectual, practical, aesthetic, creative, social and emotional capabilities.
The Castle Rock School is highly inclusive, having complete regard for the educational progress and well-being of every student.
The Castle Rock School is committed to all students achieving the best they can through high quality teaching and rich opportunities for learning.
The Castle Rock School equips our students for their futures in a rapidly changing world by recognising the importance of technology, language and communication.
The Castle Rock School is constantly looking for ways to improve further in order to ‘be the best that we can be’.
For further information about our school please visit: https://www.castlerocksch.uk/
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