Course Leader for Enhancement Course in Mathematics (0.5 FTE)
Bath Spa University
Bath and North East Somerset
- Expired
- Salary:
- £18,336 to £23,207 pa, pro rata of £36,672 to £46,414
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 6 August 2016
Job overview
Ref: 07/16/1687
Academic Unit/Department: Institute for Education
Line Manager: Programme Leader Secondary
About us
At Bath Spa University we work with one clear vision: to be a leading university in creativity, culture and enterprise. And we place collaboration at the heart of everything we do. With ever growing student numbers, we make sure our people are engaged and empowered by blending digital technologies, international perspectives, work-oriented connections and inspirational teaching. Together we're on a journey to transform our students' lives. And it starts with people like you.
Our Initial Teacher Education Partnership was rated 'outstanding' by Ofsted in October 2015. Our Bath Spa Teachers are highly employable and our Partnership reflects our excellent relationships with regional schools, teaching school alliances and together, we offer exceptional opportunities to those who train with us.
The Maths Enhancement Course (MEC) at Bath Spa University (BSU) serves the South West region. It prepares those without a specialist degree with the necessary subject knowledge to train to teach Mathematics. All the students on the course will have been offered an Initial Teacher Education (ITE) place on a Postgraduate Certificate of Education course (PGCE) leading to qualification as a Teacher of Mathematics. The overall aim of the course is for the participants to develop a deep understanding of the maths curriculum at KS3 and 4, with some understanding of A level mathematics. Upon completion of the MEC, students should not only feel confident to enter the classroom secure in their subject knowledge but also with the motivation and enthusiasm for teaching.
The Secondary PGCE programme sits within the Institute of Education and offers exciting and innovative training in collaboration with local schools. The Maths pathway offers a secure training to support Bath Spa teachers both academically and professionally towards the award of PGCE with QTS.
About the role
This role requires you to lead, develop and teach a wide range of topics on the Maths Enhancement Course using creative and innovative methods which at all times model a range of excellent classroom pedagogy and practice. It is expected that the qualifications of the students in the class will vary so differentiation will be very important in order to meet the varying needs of individuals. The role will include one to one tutorials, commenting on weekly reviews and helping students become reflective learners, setting and marking assessments – both formative and summative, providing feedback and developing appropriate developmental work for self study periods. You will also work closely with the subject tutor for Mathematics and play a part in the delivery of the PGCE Mathematics course and PGCE more generally.
About you (requirements)
You will have QTS, an appropriate degree, and knowledge of the standards and requirements for initial teacher education. You will also have recent experience of working in a school or other educational provider, as well as developing curriculum and managing resources appropriate to GCSE and A level in Mathematics. You will also have knowledge and understanding of wider generic issues in education and of the changing landscape of Teacher Education. You will be able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communications skills plus the ability to work independently or in collaboration with others. You will also have good administrative and management skills
For an informal discussion regarding this post, please contact Clare Furlonger, on 01225 875834 or c.furlonger@bathspa.ac.uk
How to apply
For further information or to apply on-line please visit jobs.bathspa.ac.uk. Please note that CVs will not be considered and those included with application forms will be removed. Any queries regarding the application process or our website should be emailed to hrcontact@bathspa.ac.uk.
We offer excellent facilities and benefits to our staff. These include a nursery, childcare vouchers, pension scheme, flexible working practices, an employee assistance programme, and family-friendly policies
We value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community
Closing Date: 12 midnight GMT, 7 August 2016
Interview Date: 6 September 2016
Culverhay
About Bath Spa University
Bath Spa University offers pre-degree study, undergraduate degrees and postgraduate degrees in a wide range of programmes. The University is linked with over 50 institutions in Europe, Asia, the USA and Africa.
Bath Spa University is a teaching-led university with an emphasis on teaching of the highest quality. In each of our Schools of study there are programmes with outstanding results in sector-wide quality assurance processes. The University has achieved exceptionally high rankings in national newspaper league tables. Its popularity is growing each year, and in the past five years it has achieved a 40% increase in undergraduate applications.
With around 5,500 students the University is small enough for students to benefit from a supportive and friendly study environment, but large enough to provide excellent facilities and resources. Its campuses are superb.
Bath Spa is one of the first major 'teaching-led' universities. This means that we place the highest possible emphasis on teaching quality, and we put the student at the very centre of our activities.
Our aim is to offer students a university experience that is distinctive, challenging and fulfilling, and that allows them to embark on their future careers with confidence and success. I hope that what we offer matches your needs and ambitions.
Mission:
Our mission is to be an outstanding and distinctive university that provides degree courses of the highest quality, informed by a culture of scholarship, expertise and teaching excellence.
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