Head of Mathematics (A-level)

HEAD OF MATHEMATICS -UK based

Job Description

Reporting To:  The Principal

The Head of Maths is responsible for:

1. Teaching Mathematics across all programmes in the College 

2. Leading and managing the Maths Department and contributing to the academic team.

3. Supporting the mission and values of the College

The key responsibilities of the Head of Mathematics are:

Teaching and Learning

• Develop and teach the mathematics curriculum across the college (Pre -A, A level Maths, Further Maths, STEP etc)

• Timetable individual and small group support for students and maths teachers

• Line manage all teaching staff within the maths department and carry out lesson observations, work scrutiny and learning walks together with the Leadership Team

• Lead and minute departmental meetings

• Attend and contribute to Leadership meetings

• Manage the departmental resources

• Assist in the planning and delivery of the Summer School Programme

• Assess and monitor students’ progress in Maths

• Maintain accurate and timely data on student progress and outcomes 

• Contribute the College SEF and QIP

• Establish and implement a strategic department development plan which is regularly monitored and evaluated to inform future planning

• Ensure that members of the Department complete all interim, half term and end-of-term reports in a professional and timely manner 

• Enter students for academic competitions throughout the year (Euclid, Olympiads, UK Challenge etc)

• Develop links with universities and industry experts to promote research and learning in mathematics for students

• Proof‐read personal statements

• Provide interview training and mock interviews to students

• Write and mark Maths entrance tests in accordance with the College’s requirement

Qualifications and Experience

• Good honours degree (2:1 or above) from a leading university

• QTS (PGCE or equivalent)

• 6 years teaching experience including at least 4 teaching A level Maths and Further Maths

• Experience of leading a team and/or curriculum initiative 

Person Specification 

• Energy, enthusiasm and excellence

• Capable of providing a clear sense of direction for the department 

• Capacity to think strategically, be innovative and the self-confidence to pursue an initiative

• Leadership and management skills and capacity for motivating others and leading change where necessary through direction and delegation

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to take challenging decisions when required

• The ability to achieve the highest standards 

• An ability to win and maintain the trust and confidence of parents, pupils, staff and others 

• Enthusiasm for your subject specialism and an ability to inspire the same enthusiasm in others 

• Good personal Administration and Organisation skills

• A high level of professionalism

• Self-awareness and reflection, personal drive and resilience 

• Good written and oral communication

• An ability to work and contribute in a team

• Passion for teaching 

• Understanding of effective teaching, learning and assessment techniques

• Creativity and capacity for innovation

• A commitment to the safeguarding and well-being of young people