Teacher of Maths
The Milton Keynes Academy
Milton Keynes
- Expired
- Salary:
- Main Pay Range / Upper Pay Range (TLR available for a Leadership Post, dependent upon skills and expertise)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 01 January 2018 or before if possible
- Apply by:
- 12 October 2017
Job overview
Teacher of Maths
Thank you for expressing an interest in the post of Teacher of Maths. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed professional, holding Qualified Teacher Status, to join the team.
The Milton Keynes Academy (MKA) is an Academy with strong links in the community. Our Academy is underpinned by an ethos based on raising aspirations, raising achievement and providing opportunities, so that we realise our mission of Everyone Achieves.
We are a rapidly improving Academy (Ofsted judgement Good with Outstanding Leadership and Management April 2014). We cater for 1400 students aged 11-19. Our aim is to maximise the potential of all our learners and be at the heart of the community.
You will be joining an innovative and forward thinking mathematics department with strong links to the Enigma Mathematics Hub. We follow a Mastery curriculum inspired by excellent theory and practices seen in the 2015/16 National England-China Secondary Mathematics Project in Shanghai. The Vice Principal responsible for mathematics is a Teaching for Mastery specialist working with the NCETM to provide professional development opportunities for teachers in the region.
As a member of the department you will be involved in regular Teacher Research Groups to develop lessons based around high quality resources including manipulatives and purpose made presentations. We pride ourselves in working collaboratively to raise achievement whilst maintaining the important work life balance.
The mathematics department is housed in the Aspire Village where all classrooms have an Interactive White Board, desktop computer and a visualiser enabling you to deliver engaging lessons. Outside of the classrooms we have a computer suite that can also be utilised. Furthermore, you will benefit from a highly organised curriculum plan where all lessons are planned and stored on the Academy's online curriculum, Moodle.
You will be joining a department of 12 teachers with a range of skills and abilities, managed by a Vice Principal and Head of Mathematics who are supported by three Key Stage Co-ordinators and a Curriculum Assistant. From the moment you join us you will feel welcomed and supported by an experienced and varied team. As part of your induction into the Academy and the mathematics department you will be assigned a mentor who will support and guide you through your early days.
Closing Date: Midday on Friday 13 October 2017
Interview Date: Thursday 19 October 2017
If you are a talented professional with passion, commitment and resilience, and if you are driven to make a difference to the lives and futures of young people, we would like to hear from you. Please contact Jayne Webster, Vice Principal, for more information on 01908 341700 or email us at careers@miltonkeynesacademy.co.uk
Further details and an application form can be found on our website at www.miltonkeynesacademy.co.uk
The Milton Keynes Academy is sponsored by Edge. Edge is a not-for-profit organisation that promotes practical and vocational learning. To find out more about Edge visit www.edge.co.uk
Thomas Telford School is our school improvement partner and is one of the most successful comprehensive schools in the country achieving outstanding outcomes at all key stages. To find out more about Thomas Telford School visit www.ttsonline.net.
The Academy is committed to safeguarding the welfare of its students and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure.
About The Milton Keynes Academy
- The Milton Keynes Academy
- Fulwoods Drive, Milton Keynes
- Buckinghamshire
- MK6 5LA
- United Kingdom
The Milton Keynes Academy is a co-educational, non-selective secondary school for students aged 11-18. We are a member of the Creative Education Trust, a charity and multi-academy trust with a network of non-selective primary and secondary state schools. Together, we work to empower young people with the knowledge, skills and creativity they need to succeed in school and in life.
Our proactive approach to developing positive outcomes for our students has been recognised by Ofsted. In January 2023, Ofsted recognised our potential to continue our journey towards a ‘good’ school. We believe that our academy exists for its children and for our community. Our ethos of high expectations emphasises traditional core values of Respect,Responibily,Aspirations, Resilence,Equality.
Our curriculum is broad and balanced supporting students to achieve in both academic and vocational qualifications. Teachers are committed, talented and passionate about delivering an engaging education. The school day starts at 8:40am and formal lessons end at 3:25pm. Beyond the classroom, students have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of extra-curricular activities.
The Milton Keynes Academy is architecturally inspiring, boasting truly outstanding facilities and cutting edge resources. In 2018, a significant financial investment has provided a spacious restaurant, a further suite of science laboratories and a gym.
The Milton Keynes Academy is a nurturing school where students are happy to learn. We care for our students when they need support, and celebrate with them when they succeed.
We harness the expertise of employers and local higher and further educational institutions to ensure that our students are aware of the diverse career paths available and have the employability skills to be successful in their next steps.
By choosing to come to The Milton Keynes Academy, you will be joining a team of professionals that are highly valued. We will provide you with care, support and a comprehensive induction bespoke to your individual needs. We invest in our staff by providing professional development opportunities in order to nurture outstanding teachers and leaders of the future.
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