Teacher of Mathematics
Tes Schools Recruitment
Buckinghamshire
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- School's own salary scale which is well above that of the maintained sector
- Job type:
- Full Time, Maternity Cover
- Start date:
- September 2022 or January 2023
- Apply by:
- 3 June 2022
Job overview
Full Time Maternity Cover Contract
Tes is supporting the appointment of an inspirational and dynamic mathematician to join a thriving department at an independent school based in Buckinghamshire. The school are seeking a well-qualified, enthusiastic and able graduate to teach Mathematics throughout the School. This post would suit either an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher. Full support and mentoring is given to those new to the profession. The department comprises of 14 teachers who all teach across the age range. Mathematics is the most popular A level subject in the School, attracting a large number of girls, with two or three sets taking Further Mathematics A level every year. This is a full boarding school which provides an outstanding all-round education for girls aged 11 to 18.
Person Specification
The school provides a modern and innovative education within a traditional boarding setting, and they therefore seek to employ teachers who will bring outstanding talent, intellect, enthusiasm and innovation to their classrooms.
The successful applicant is likely to possess:
- A good degree in Mathematics
- Excellent subject knowledge and the ability to teach Mathematics and Further Mathematics to A level and to support pupils applying to university to study Mathematics
- A teaching qualification (e.g, PGCE) is desirable although the school are happy to consider good graduates who are committed to teaching and boarding life
- The ability to stimulate and foster enthusiasm for Mathematics at a high level, whilst encouraging all pupils to achieve their very best
- An understanding of the importance of monitoring, assessing and reporting on pupil progress, encouraging pupils to take responsibility for their learning
- A willingness to contribute to the wider objectives of the department through sharing resources, contributing to schemes of work and organising and attending department events
- An interest in developing links with other subjects across the curriculum, especially the STEM subjects
- The highest level of communication skills for dealing with pupils, parents and staff
- The ability to build a positive and collaborative rapport with pupils and staff alike
- A willingness to be involved in the wider life of the School through commitment to the cocurricular programme and/or boarding
- An appreciation of the aims and ethos of the school
Tes Recruitment Services (UK) represent Schools and Academies across the globe, supporting them to secure a great teacher/leader for every role.
To learn more about this role please email managedrecruit@tes.com for an information pack that includes school name, role specifics and context.
Please include REF: MM1638494 in the email subject line.
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