Head of Maths

Do you want to lead a strong team of Maths teachers?

Would you like to design and implement a curriculum in Maths that secures excellent outcomes for students?

The Trinity Catholic School have an exciting opportunity for a proven Teacher of Maths to lead our successful and dedicated team of Maths Teachers. You will take pride in instilling a love of Maths in our students.

This is a permanent full-time role starting from 1 September 2024.

About us

The Trinity Catholic School is a Secondary school and is located in Nottingham. We are an Ofsted-rated Good school.

We are part of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust, bringing together the 36 Catholic Primary and Secondary schools in Lincolnshire, Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire.

You would be joining us at an exciting time where we are looking to review our KS3 maths curriculum in line with our school’s new curriculum intent inspired by Pope John Francis: “The Catholic school is a path that leads to the three languages a mature person needs to know: the language of the mind, the language of the heart, and the language of the hands.” 

Head – Knowledge-Rich:

Students study and broad and balanced curriculum that it is sequenced carefully over time. We aim to ensure that ambitious substantive and disciplinary knowledge is at the heart of the curriculum. That it is specified in detail and taught to be remembered. As a Catholic school we will prioritise knowledge of Jesus, scripture and the Church’s teachings.

Heart – Faith, Love and Respect:

Through students’ experiences of the curriculum and wider school life, we will ensure that our school is built on faith, love and respect. Relationships are at the heart of the school. Students will have the opportunity to develop their relationship with Jesus through prayer, liturgy, retreat experiences and reflection.

Hands – Application of Knowledge:

Once secure, we will focus on the application of knowledge (e.g. problem-solving, evaluation). Important skills will be modelled and practised until they are mastered, Students will be encouraged to live out their knowledge of the Catholic mission in all of their actions and to use their knowledge make a difference in the world.

We are looking for a candidate who could translate these aims into clear and coherent curriculum plans which are implemented consistently throughout the department.

You will:

• Lead the continuing development of high-quality learning and teaching in all key stages.
• Be committed to achieving excellent results.
• Be able to plan and prepare high quality learning for all students.
• Be a confident, positive, and visible leader with the ability to build relationships with staff, pupils, parents.
• Be able to inspire learning and progress.
• Hold a Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills status (QTLS).
• Have good understanding of the Maths curriculum at all key stages.
• Be enthusiastic and have a positive attitude, with a passion for working with young people.
• Provide a safe and healthy environment following safeguarding procedures.
• use and develop innovative and resourceful teaching methods.

Why work for us?

At The Trinity Catholic School, we offer:

• A salary of £30,000 - £46,525 per annum (MPS/UPS) + a TLR award of £11,410 per annum.
• Wonderful students who have a passion for learning and deserve the very best.
• A team of talented and highly committed staff in a supportive working environment.
• Access to first-class CPD opportunities with a specialist support staff CPD programme.
• Automatic enrolment into the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
• Professional assistance through our Employee Assistance Programme– emotional, financial, and legal support to both you and your family by a team of qualified professionals.
• Health and wellbeing delivered through our occupational health provider.
• Staff discounts and a salary sacrifice scheme that includes a Cycle-to-work scheme.

For an informal discussion about the role and our school please contact the school office on 0115 929 6251. Visits to our school are warmly welcomed.

How to Apply:

Please complete the online application form located on our vacancies page: Vacancies - Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust (ololcatholicmat.co.uk)

Closing Date:    Monday 13 May 2024 at 9.00am

Interview Date: Friday 17 May 2024

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks including online searches are required for successful applicants.

Our Trust strives to be a supportive, inclusive, caring, and positive community where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We are committed to cultivating an equitable working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect and where every individual can fulfil their potential.

We warmly welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities, and beliefs. This includes those of all faiths, the Catholic faith and those without a faith who are supportive of the Trust’s Catholic character and Christian ethos. This diversity is fundamental to our values and enriches the lives of the students within our schools.

We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from people with a disability or long-term health condition.

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