Head of Maths

Head of Maths

We are looking for a Head of Maths who will have the skills to:

• Provide strategic direction for the Maths Department, ensuring that teaching and learning is of the highest quality.

• Lead, manage and develop a team of teachers to ensure effective delivery of the Maths curriculum.

• Monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching and learning within the department, implementing changes where necessary.

• Ensure that all pupils are making progress and that results are improving year on year.

 • Work collaboratively with other Heads of Department to ensure cross-curricular cohesion and consistency.

• Contribute to the wider school community and attend relevant meetings and events.

Who we are looking for:

The right candidate will have

• A degree in Mathematics or a related subject.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

• Experience of leading a successful Maths Department or similar experience.

• Proven track record of improving outcomes for pupils.

• Ability to motivate and inspire colleagues and pupils.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Are you looking for an exciting new challenge in September 2024?

Are you passionate about working with children and young people with SEMH needs whilst transforming lives, through real opportunities to engage in the education they are entitled to.

Do you dream of joining a team of like-minded professionals?

Do you…

Ever wondered what it would be like to work for a Trust who not only fully support your professional development but put your well-being at the heart of decision making?

Due to expansion of our Kent & Medway Hub we have a bank of exciting opportunities available and invite you to read a little more about our journey so far and our exciting times ahead.

We are delighted that Alternative Learning Trust, has received Department for Education approval to open a new Alternative Provision school for children aged 11-16 on the Island of Sheppey.  

Our new school in Sheppey will form part of our Kent & Medway Hub, which already consists of schools in Gravesend and Gillingham.

In addition, our Trust has a wealth of experience in Alternative Provision to include our invaluable work across South London, where we originated.

This school will help meet the need for high quality alternative provision places in the Sheppey area, to inspire and support young people to re-engage in learning.

Our school will allow our young people to benefit from a broad, enriching, and inclusive curriculum, delivered through outstanding teaching and learning. The school will follow the highly successful North West Kent Alternative Provision model, recently inspected by Ofsted and judged as a Good School with outstanding personal development opportunities. Our Recent Inspection

We are excited we will be able to offer an ambitious range of academic and vocational subjects, underpinned by individualised pastoral support, care and career guidance, which will equip students with the skills and knowledge to help them take their next steps in education, training, or employment.

Background to Alternative Learning Trust - Kent & Medway Hub

Alternative Learning Trust (ALT) is a multi-academy trust (MAT) for Pupil Referral Units (PRUs), Alternative Provisions (APs), and specialist settings. We are a collaborative trust and believe the most sustainable developments and improvements come from working together. We are driven to transform the educational experiences of all children and young people, offering them opportunities to reach sustainable outcomes for the rest of their lives. These values are accompanied by excellent pedagogy, vibrant curriculum models, and responsible governance.

The Alternative Learning Trust became a multi-academy trust (MAT company number 11788031) in June 2019. Our Sheppey School, opening in September, will become our fifth school. There are currently three schools within the Trust, The Limes College, North West Kent Alternative Provision Service (NWKAPS) and Will Adams Academy and a further joining in May.

The Trust has been established to work with Pupil Referral Units (PRUs) and alternative providers who support vulnerable students to access and engage with education. Many of our students have special educational needs and some have been excluded from mainstream education.

As a Trust we have the following core set of values for our staff and the families we support:

·        the need for people to flourish in all areas of their lives;

·        we are stronger through a sense of community;

·        social justice is vital.

Sheppey School

This vacancy is for our new Sheppey school opening in September 2024. Our school will initially provide education for up to 115 students. Our school will offer a broad and balanced learning journey for students in Years 7 – 11 with a broad range of vocational qualifications available as well as traditional GCSEs in core subjects. Our aim is to provide pathways which lead to exciting onward opportunities in education or workplaces. We will strive to ensure that all of our students receive additional opportunities in school to become responsible, respectful and active citizens who are able to play their part and become actively involved in public life as adults. We pride ourselves in our collaborative work with our local communities, we aim to establish this quickly in Sheppey and are very excited about providing a long-await invaluable education provision for the Island community.

Checks

We will conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates for information that is publicly available.

This appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical screening and confirmation of qualifications and references.

Further questions

If you have any further questions, please contact Katie Murray (HR Manager) 01474 332897. kmurray@nwkaps.kent.sch.uk