Teacher of Maths
High Storrs School
Sheffield
- Expired
- Salary:
- Main Pay Scale
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2018
- Apply by:
- 21 March 2018
Job overview
Required from September 2018
TEACHER OF MATHS FULLTIME
(Main Pay Scale)
NOR 1616 (416 in the Sixth Form)
High Storrs is a very successful high-performing comprehensive school and have recently become a member of the of the Minerva Multi-Academy Trust. We are situated on the edge of the Peak District and within easy access of Sheffield. We. In November 2013 the school was graded good by Ofsted with Outstanding for the Sixth Form and student behaviour. Having completed a major refurbishment of our Grade II listed building as part of the BSF programme, we are excited about the future, building upon proven success. We are an ambitious and over-subscribed multicultural learning community with high expectations and high aspirations. In the 2017 GCSE results, we had the best scores for 5+ in both Maths and English for all the state-funded schools in Sheffield, with the Maths results being 83% achieving level 4-9, 70% 5-9 and 14% grade 9’s (31 students).
The Maths department requires a fulltime teacher, starting in September 2018. You would be expected to teach Years 7 to 13, have knowledge of the new 9-1 GCSE curriculum and experience of teaching A level Maths.
You will join an outstanding Maths team in this vibrant curriculum area, work very closely with an excellent department to achieve the best possible outcomes and ensure to give the best learning experience for our students. The post is suitable for an NQT looking to begin their career in a well organised department, or for an established teacher who wishes to extend their experience in this excellent 11-18 specialist school.
Ofsted Inspectors commented: ‘Well done. It has been a joy to be here, teachers are such positive role models’
If you believe that teaching and learning are the most important activities in a school then we welcome an application.
Details and application forms are available from the school to where completed forms should be returned.
For further information please visit our website (www.highstorrs.co.uk), or contact the school via telephone, fax or email or alternatively email afoulkes4@highstorrs.sheffield.sch.uk. Completed application forms should be sent to the school FAO the Headteacher.
Closing date: Wednesday 21 March 2018
Interview Date: wc 16.4.18 tbc
About High Storrs School
High Storrs School is a larger-than-average, mixed, 11-18 secondary school in south-west Sheffield, Yorkshire. The school roll is around 1600 with around 440 students studying in its sixth form.
High Storrs School is designated a specialist school for performing arts, and mathematics and computing.
The school is housed partly in a listed building, complemented by a new build, gained through the Building Schools for the Future programme, which offers many state-of-the-art facilities.
A wide range of extra-curricular activities is offered, with the school particularly noted for its dance and drama. Students are provided for Sheffield theatres on a regular basis.
Headteacher
Claire Tasker
Values and vision
High Storrs prides itself on providing learning in a friendly, caring and inclusive environment where everyone is treated with respect and expected to respect others. Students are challenged and encouraged work hard and to take responsibility for fulfilling their potential in all areas of school life.
The school seeks to develop students’ confidence and self-belief and insists on good behaviour, as well as excellent punctuality and attendance. Listening to students’ opinions is an important part of the school’s mutual respect ethos.
High Storrs’ vision is summed up as “Unlocking potential” and in its drive to achieve this for all its pupils, the school focuses on: excellent citizenship; high achievement and progress for all; creativity, leadership and accountability; creating a Learning School Community; and making a difference through excellence.
Ofsted
“Students’ behaviour is outstanding. Their positive attitude to learning and contribution to the whole school community are exemplary at all key stages. Students feel safe.”
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