Head of Outreach

We are looking for a teacher of mathematics to lead the development of our Outreach programme. The successful candidate will be an excellent practitioner, passionate about the mathematical sciences and dedicated to widening participation in the field. This is a part-time (0.6 to 0.8 FTE), temporary post for one year in the first instance.

As Head of Outreach, you will be responsible for the design and delivery of the ICLMS Outreach programme. You will also teach A level mathematics and further mathematics at ICLMS with a reduced timetable.

The school’s current Outreach involves working with KS4 students in mathematics and physics after school and working in partnership with Axiom Maths to deliver Maths Circles to Year 7 and 8 students. The successful candidate will grow the school’s Outreach programme to include additional activities such as summer schools, holiday workshops, working with primary schools and providing CPD for teachers at other schools. You will work alongside the Headteacher to develop and sustain a cohesive Outreach strategy as the school grows and will be supported by an Outreach and Admissions Coordinator, who will manage the administration of the Outreach programmes.

Feedback from students and parents on our Outreach programmes has been extremely positive, and through appointing a Head of Outreach, we hope to build on this success:

“I love [ICLMS Outreach] … it is a positive learning environment, and I genuinely find myself looking forward to the session. It has helped me build confidence in taking maths A level.” Year 11 student

“The lessons are well-crafted, explaining everything fundamentally.” Year 11 student

“She has really valued the sessions, and they have really opened her eyes to maths outside the standard classroom.” Parent of Year 11 student

“As [student]’s mother, I wanted to express our gratitude for the wonderful experience she had at Imperial College London Mathematics School. [Student] spoke highly of the enriching learning environment and the positive experiences she encountered there.” Parent of Year 11 student

Imperial College London Mathematics School provides an exceptional educational experience for sixth form students passionate about the mathematical sciences. The school is dedicated to nurturing high-achieving students, preparing them for higher education and successful careers in mathematics and related fields. Beyond serving its own students, ICLMS is committed to widening participation in the mathematical sciences through its Outreach work, positively impacting the provision in the local community and the wider STEM education sector.

ICLMS is located adjacent to our partner school, Woodhouse College (together, we are the Frontier Learning Trust) in Finchley, North London and will move into a new, permanent building in Summer 2025 on the same site. All students study A level mathematics and further mathematics and at least one of A level physics and chemistry. If students study three A levels at ICLMS, they may opt to study an additional fourth A level from the Woodhouse College curriculum.

In line with the ethos and purpose of the school, we welcome applications from teachers from groups who are currently underrepresented in STEM industries and university courses.

Salaries will be on the sixth form college teachers’ salary scale between Point 2 and Point 9, which is currently £31,673 and £47,133 depending on experience, plus £3,082 London Weighting pro rata per annum. In addition, a responsibility allowance for Head of Outreach duties will be paid at £3,705 (RA6) per annum. On a part-time 0.6 FTE basis, the actual salary would be between £24,558 and £33,834 inclusive per annum, depending on experience. On a part-time 0.8 FTE basis, the actual salary would be between £31,509 and £43,877 inclusive per annum, depending on experience.

Please visit https://www.iclms.ac.uk/vacancies for more details and to apply.

Closing date: Noon on Wednesday 15 May 2024.

Interview date: Monday 20 May 2024 (times to be confirmed).

The Trust is committed to equality and diversity. We encourage applications from black and minority ethnic groups which are currently underrepresented. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children and young people.