Teacher of Mathematics
The King's School
Pontefract, West Yorkshire
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPR/UPR £22,917 - £38,633
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 1st September 2018
- Apply by:
- 21 May 2018
Job overview
Teacher of Mathematics
MPR/UPR
Post Reference: P170
Do you have high expectations for all children and the belief that every child can achieve?
Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi Academy Trust comprising of eight schools: six primaries and two 11 - 16 secondary schools. The Trust is a medium sized family of schools all located within a tight geographic hub within Pontefract. Students are drawn from the local community that includes a mix of different catchment areas.
We are seeking to appoint a Teacher of Mathematics to join The King’s School from September 2018 (or sooner). This is an ideal opportunity for a newly qualified or an experienced teacher to play a pivotal role in The King’s School journey from Good to Outstanding.
The successful candidate will be an innovative teacher with energy, drive and a desire to raise standards, working in a high performing school. You will have the ability to implement strategies, including interventions, for raising pupil achievement in the classroom and excellent people skills – motivating, nurturing and challenging all our learners to reach their potential.
You will be joining a Trust which is striving to move forward and embrace change. The Trustees are very supportive of the School and our ethos, whilst providing the necessary challenge to secure excellence.
Visits to the school are welcomed and strongly encouraged. Please contact Diane Haigh, PA to the Head of School on 01977 601705.
An application pack can be downloaded at www.pontefractacademiestrust.org.uk, or alternatively call Lisa Dodgson, HR Manager on 01977 707342.
Completed application, declaration and teacher forms should be returned either by post or by email to:
Lisa Dodgson, HR Manager, Pontefract Academies Trust, c/o St Mary’s Community Centre, The Circle, Chequerfield, Pontefract WF8 2AY or by email recruitment@patrust.org.uk
Closing Date: 12 noon, Tuesday 22nd May 2018.
We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from everyone. The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to ensuring children and young people are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare and expect all staff and volunteers to share this. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and any satisfactory pre-employment checks. Successful applicants will also be asked to provide criminal conviction information.
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About The King's School
The King’s School - Be part of it, Be King’s!
As a proud member of Pontefract Academies Trust, The King's School is renowned for its strong reputation for educational excellence and consistently achieving strong academic results. Established in 1139, The King's School stands as a beacon of education for nearly nine centuries, offering a premier learning experience to the bright minds of Pontefract and beyond. We take great pride in being more than just a secondary school; we are a caring, high-performing community where students evolve into the best version of themselves, proudly carrying the legacy of The King's School.
With a remarkable history spanning over 850 years, our school is deeply rooted in tradition, but it is the people that make The King's School truly exceptional. Our students, with excellent behaviour and as the best ambassadors one could wish for, are a testament to our commitment to nurturing outstanding individuals. Our dedicated team of teachers and support staff, in collaboration with parents, strives to provide a first-class education, ensuring every student receives the opportunities they deserve.
An incredible culture
The King’s School is more than just a workplace; it is a great place to work. Our staff is the bedrock of our success- everything we achieve is attributed to their hard work and dedication, and we, therefore, ensure they are well looked after.
No matter your role, if you're a part of our school, your contributions will be genuinely valued. Everything we do at The King’s School is based on great relationships, and it is important to us that staff are happy in their work. This means a balance of challenge, support, recognition, and plenty of opportunities for development and career progression.
What people say about us
“The King’s School is a really lovely place to work. The students are well-mannered, polite and engaging. I have always felt well supported by my line manger, peers and have positive relationships with those I manage”. Middle Leader
“King’s is the place where I have rebuilt my confidence as a teacher and gained an abundance of knowledge and support in just 6 months. Coming from Ireland, I have struggled to find somewhere I felt I belonged and somewhere that would offer the time and understanding until I came here. The support and rapport from all members of staff is phenomenal!” Teacher
“The inspirational staff of Pontefract Academies Trust believes in the students, staff and community it serves – this shared belief creates an unrivalled positive culture which permeates across the whole Trust.” Senior Leader
“Ever since joining the King's School in my second year as an ECT, I've had consistent access to diverse training that directly influences my classroom practice. The relationships I've built with my subject mentor and the extensive support from the department have been invaluable in shaping and enhancing my teaching practice”. Early Careers Teacher
“Staff are passionate and knowledgeable. They teach lessons that are exciting and engage pupils”. Ofsted
“Staff who responded to Ofsted’s staff survey said they were proud to work at the school”. Ofsted
“95% of staff said they would recommend this school to prospective parents”. Staff Survey
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If you're intrigued by the prospect of a rewarding career with Pontefract Academies Trust at The King's School, we look forward to hearing from you.
Step into a community where excellence is not just a goal; it's a way of life.
Be a part of something extraordinary—Be King’s!
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