Head of Mathematics

We are looking to appoint a permanent, full time Head of Mathematics to lead a team of dedicated staff in delivering consistently high-quality teaching and learning and to ensure all of our students make excellent academic progress.

The department is comprised of seven members of staff, including the Head of Department. Currently there are six GCSE classes and one A-Level class. Our key stage 4 and 5 results have been on a three year upward trend, with progress 8 results in 2021 being +0.38. The Department benefits from a weekly timetabled collaborative planning period.

We are seeking to appoint an innovative, well-motivated and determined leader who will play a pivotal role in shaping the next stage of our school’s journey. We can offer the successful candidate the opportunity to undertake their NPQSL or support with undertaking an MA. We will also consider additional whole school leadership responsibility for the right candidate.

Our recent OFSTED inspection in February 2019 made the following comments about teaching and relationships at school:

• Teachers are wholehearted in their desire for pupils to achieve well. Relationships between teachers and pupils are constructive and are built on trust and mutual respect. This enables pupils to have the confidence to ask for help and support when they are stuck or unsure.
• Pupils conduct themselves in an orderly manner. They are welcoming, self-assured and act in a polite and respectful way. Lunchtimes are calm, with groups of pupils engaged in friendly conversation.
• The majority of pupils display a positive attitude towards their learning. They are keen to succeed and value the efforts made by their teachers in supporting them in lessons.
• Pupils say that they value teachers’ advice in identifying the progress they are making.

We are a school that have a desire and understanding of how to succeed and provide an environment that is stimulating to students and staff alike. We understand that this can only be achieved by investing in our staff and ensuring they are supported in their own professional development. We have high expectations of staff, as we do students. If you are someone who wants to develop as a professional and have a real impact on individuals then we are the place for you.

You will be joining a highly skilled staff, who are supportive, show determination and resolve. We have a desire to continue our journey to being the best we can be, we are true believers in ‘Better never stops’ as it is the continual development that makes us what we are. We are also a school where team work and enjoyment is central to our success as it is these that keep us going when times are tough. The Beaconsfield School has good road links to London, Reading, Maidenhead and Oxford – situated just 5 minutes from the M40 and a 10-minute walk from Beaconsfield Train Station.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the school and ask to speak to Caroline Legg, Deputy Headteacher. For further information about the school, the job description and the application form, please visit our website www.beaconsfield.bucks.sch.uk in the vacancy section which can be found under ‘About Us’.

Visits to the school will be arranged w/c 24 January 2022

Closing date: 4 February 2022

Interviews will be held: 8 February 2022

We reserve the right to close the application deadline earlier if necessary.

Completed application forms should be sent together with a letter of application addressed to Peter Tang, Head Teacher, via email to: jbuckman@beaconsfield.school

Due to Covid-19, interviews may be conducted via TEAMS, Zoom, and phone or at school adhering to social distancing. Any related and relevant documentation will need to be scanned and emailed to the school prior to interview. Candidates invited to visit/attend an interview on the school site will be required to evidence a negative lateral flow test and will be need to wear a mask to enter the school.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.