Teacher of Mathematics

Teacher of Mathematics TMS/UPS 

(Plus access to a tailored CPD package)  

Required April 2018 (May or September start will be considered) 

‘There is an impressive array of training opportunities for staff’ Ofsted 2016  

‘Values such as ambition, respect and kindness are publicised and promoted throughout the school. This has helped to improve students’ behaviour and attitudes to learning’ Ofsted 2014  

The Dearne ALC (11-16) is proud to serve the Dearne Valley communities and we are within easy access of the A1 motorway meaning Leeds, Wakefield, and Sheffield are on our door step. 

Candidates must be able to teach across the ability and age range, supporting the development of a core subject to the highest standards for all pupils at Key Stages 3 and 4. Career development recruitment incentives: 

• £500 each year invested in your own CPD programme 

• Access and support to follow middle leadership programmes from the outset e.g. NPQML, Teaching Leaders 

• Candidates should be looking at this post as a career pathway to middle leadership 

• We advise you to come in and speak with the Principal and Vice Principal to discuss the above and shape the next 3 years of your career, thus this post is suitable for both RQTs and experienced teachers. 

We moved out of the Serious Weaknesses Ofsted category to Requires Improvement in 2014 where Ofsted confirmed ‘great things are happening at this school’. 

• Our Progress 8 figure compared to similar schools is 0.00 which means out children make national average progress. 

• We are an inclusive community school focused on making sure that all our young people achieve academic success.  

We love to help our students learn and value the staff who help them do so, thanks to: 

• An outstanding ‘teaching school standard’ professional development programme for staff at all stages of their career. 

• A leadership development programme for all interested high-quality staff.  

• A staff social and sporting committee who promote regular opportunities for well-being and team building.     

We are looking for a Teacher of Mathematics who really cares about helping our students succeed and is willing to support the development of a core faculty. This role would be a perfect first promotion for an aspirant maths teacher and equally a great opportunity for a talented experienced teacher. 

You will be joining a faculty who:  

• Put students first - We create differentiated resources that are engaging and student-centred; our innovative lessons inspire our students to achieve.  Our consistently high standards of delivery drive improvements and raise aspirations across both key stages.  

• Supports CPD and career development – We support and challenge each other’s teaching through frequent CPD, team meetings, peer observations and coaching and mentoring for all new staff.  

• Value team spirit and positive working relationships – We support each other through team-teaching and collaborative planning, fostering a positive working environment.   

Join our team and build a wonderful career in a school you are passionate about with students you love to help learn. Visits are welcome and these can be arranged by contacting our Principal, Chris Robinson, via her PA on 01709 892565 ext 1229 or Felicia Swann, HR Manager on 01709 892565 ext 1204. 

In joining The Dearne ALC you can expect a supportive culture within a school with very high aspirations, moving forward at pace. If you believe that instilling aspiration and ambition can transform the lives of young people then we would love to hear from you.   

The closing date for applications will be 9am on Monday 05 February Interviews will take place Wednesday 07 February. Details regarding interviews will be confirmed with short listed candidates.    

As safer recruiters an enhanced disclosure from the DBS will be required for this post.