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Second in Maths

Second in Maths

New Rickstones Academy

Witham

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Salary:
MPR / UPR- TLR 2a- £2,721
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
01/09/2019
Apply by:
23 April 2019

Job overview

MPR / UPR- TLR 2a- £2,721

New Rickstones Academy is graded ‘Good’ and has a state of the art new building offering fantastic facilities for both students and staff alike. We have a committed and ambitious team which includes colleagues from Future Leaders, and have been very successful at developing teachers and leaders with progression both within and beyond the academy. 

Due to expansion, we are recruiting an outstanding Maths Teacher to join our team as second in department. Reporting to the Head of Maths, you will join an academy where all colleagues play their part and contribute to whole school improvement through our distributed leadership model. If you embody these values and have high expectations, you will be very successful working with us.

If you are driven, and passionate about Maths and can teach A-Level then we want to hear from you! We actively welcome applications from  individuals looking for their first leadership position as well as experienced colleagues looking to develop their career further.
 

We are looking for:

  • Energy and enthusiasm to deliver lessons that will engage, enthuse and motivate our learners  to achieve the best possible outcomes.
  • A drive for continuous improvement to help maintain an outstanding Mathematics department. 
  • Relevant qualifications and a record of professional development (both formal and through appropriate experience) to meet the challenge of the job specification.
  • A genuine commitment to making a positive contribution to the academy.
     

We offer:

  • A commitment to further developing you as a teacher with excellent CPD opportunities 
  • The opportunity to be part of an academy moving forward at pace
  • BHSF membership which provides support and employee benefits including a health cash plan scheme to support healthcare costs, an employee assistance programme and savings from a range of retailers
  • Teachers' Pension Scheme
  • Free car parking
  • Discounted membership at Witham Leisure Centre and linked centres in the Fusion Group.

AET believes that each and every child is inspired to choose a remarkable life.  Our mission is to gather and motivate inspirational people committed to delivering an excellent education that launches children into remarkable lives.  

Our values are:

  • Be unusually brave
  • Discover what’s possible
  • Push the limits
  • Be big-hearted

Potential candidates are encouraged to contact the school so you can come and see what life is like here!  Contact Hannah Gracie, Head of Maths - hgracie@newrickstonesacademy.org.

We work closely with our sister academy, Maltings Academy (graded outstanding), also in Witham and have a joint Sixth Form provision. Although this role is based at New Rickstones Academy, all new staff contracts are to work across both academies.

This position is required to commence September 2019.  

Closing date:  Tuesday 23 April 2019.

Candidates are advised to carefully consider  the Supporting Statement section of the application form, explaining clearly how they meet the requirements of the person specification. 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. 

Find your remarkable, apply today, click on the 'Quick Apply' button.
In line with our safeguarding practices we are unable to accept CV’s. 

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Prevent Duty.

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AET is recruiting for School Direct placements.  Please visit our website https://sites.google.com/aetinet.org/academies-enterprise-trust/work-at-aet/graduates for further details.

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About New Rickstones Academy

New Rickstones Academy is a secondary school based in Witham.  This is an exciting time to join New Rickstones Academy as we continue to expand. Over the last 8 years, student numbers have more than doubled, leading to oversubscription and the addition of a new building in September 2022 to accommodate the growing demand.

We maintained our 'Good' OFSTED rating in 2023.  Whilst learning is our core aim, mutual respect and fantastic working relationships between students and staff is what makes New Rickstones Academy what it is.

New Rickstones Academy is a great place to work with modern facilities and a friendly and supportive staff team. The academy is proud to boast high staff retention and development.  We have an extensive and hugely successful CPD (Continuing Professional Development) programme to further develop our excellent staff.

If you are considering a role at New Rickstones Academy, please arrange a visit and come and see the academy for yourself.

About the Trust

AET was established in 2008 and is now a national network of 57 primary, secondary, and special schools.  We are proud of our diverse and inclusive network which spans nearly every region in England.  We want our people to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they’ve ever had, so that we provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom.

With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives. We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of all our people.

Career development and training: Our approach to educational excellence is underpinned by our Instructional Excellence Programme, delivered through an exciting and pioneering partnership with One World.  We also have a long-standing partnership with Ambition Institute, and offer the full suite of Early Career and NPQ programmes, expertly facilitated and tailored to our network and local contexts. Our centralised CPD offer provides network opportunities for both teaching and leadership development, as well as offers tailored to individuals and schools.

Benefits:

Great pension | Healthcare cashback and helpline | Employee assistance programme

Free financial advice | Salary advances | Affordable loan scheme | Electric car and bike schemes

Lifestyle savings | Discounted gym membership | Travel and leisure scheme

Equality, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

At AET, we want all of our employees to feel included bringing their passion, creativity and individuality to work. We value all cultures, backgrounds and experiences, and we truly believe that diversity drives innovation.

AET is also an approved Apprenticeship Training Provider (through the ESFA) which allows us to deliver a wide range of apprenticeship programmes across the Trust and our school network. To find out more about what we offer click here.

We also offer teacher training programmes across our network. For more information please click here.

To find out more about AET please click here.

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