Curriculum Director Mathematics

Curriculum Director Mathematics UTC Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park  

NOR: 600 (300 at Post 16) Age range: 13 -19 years  Start: Sept 2018 Salary Range: £44,536 - £47,960 

An additional one-off payment of £2000 may be available for the right candidate to support relocation costs.  

The UTC Sheffield Academy Trust is looking for an engaging and inspirational individual to lead the Faculty of Mathematics at our UTC Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park site, which opened in September 2016. You will be resilient, driven and focused helping to establish a pioneering institution at the heart of the Sheffield City Region and its communities.  

You will have a track record of successful leadership in a relevant setting and proven positive impact on raising standards and managing change.  

We aim to deliver an outstanding STEM focused educational experience grounded in real, relevant workplace practice. Partnerships with world-class companies, schools, colleges and universities give our students a unique start to their future careers. We provide training today for the jobs of tomorrow. Our cutting-edge facilities and engagement with employers’ / university partners provides an exciting environment in which to teach and develop professionally.  

You will work alongside Principal Dr Sarah Clark and UTC staff to develop a centre of excellence focusing on Health Science / Sports Science and Computing. Central to this role is ensuring outstanding delivery of GCSE, AS & A2 Mathematics / Further Mathematics, and Level 3 Core Mathematics as outlined in the offer on the UTC website.  

The new post-holder will benefit from developing links with the technical and other academic qualifications to explore mathematical aspects of Computing, Sport Science, Health and Science.   

In addition, you should be a highly skilled practitioner who understands the challenges of educating 13 -19 year olds in an employer led technology rich environment.  

Effective partnership working is absolutely critical to the UTC’s success.  In return, we are committed to support the new post-holder to develop their leadership skills through a focused programme of support and development, which will help to ensure the outstanding outcomes we strive for our young people and preparation for further career progression.  The suitable candidate will; lead and manage the faculty, thereby ensuring that all students and team members adhere to the UTC values and policies and that all students taught within the faculty are given opportunities to maximise their potential; provide high quality teaching and assessments for all students studying within the faculty; lead and contribute to collaborative teaching and learning planning across faculties to fully implement the holistic learning vision of the UTC.  

Successful candidates will be expected to:  

• Lead and empower staff within the department 

• Implement effectively curriculum and assessment strategies  

• Monitor and report on the performance of all students within the department  

• Implement appropriate intervention strategies which demonstrate impact  

Candidates will require: 

• The ability to work under pressure and as part of a team 

• Good communication and interpersonal skills 

• Experience that demonstrates an aptitude for effective leadership and management  

UTC Sheffield is sponsored by Sheffield Hallam University, The Sheffield College and Sheffield Chamber of Commerce and Industry.  

Closing date: Wednesday 11 April 2018 Interviews: w/c 16 April 2018 

We are an employer who values equality and diversity and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We follow safer recruiting procedures and successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check. 

For further information or book a visit contact admin on 01142603940 / adminolp@utcsheffield.org.uk.