Head of Mathematics

Band A (£30,480) – Band C (£49,571) plus

Management Allowance (MA) 6 £11,801

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational and forward-thinking teacher to undertake the role as Head of a Mathematics and Computing Faculty. The successful candidate will be expected to provide leadership of a thriving and highly successful Mathematics Faculty, be well-qualified, have excellent subject knowledge and be able to teach through all Key Stages to Advanced level.

He/she must be able to establish excellent relationships with students and colleagues, be flexible and show evidence of his/her ability to work well within a team, be able to demonstrate clear leadership qualities as well as having excellent communication and interpersonal skills. The Mathematics department is committed to raising academic standards for all students and to strive to ensure every student reaches their potential.

Drayton Manor recognise and value continued professional development and as such, training opportunities will be made available to you throughout your career with us.  

Drayton Manor is a heavily oversubscribed, diverse, vibrant and successful school with proud traditions and an excellent reputation. Our school motto of ‘Nec Aspera Terrent - hardships do not deter us,’ is at the heart of our ethos and we live this vision every day in our work with our students and everything that we do.

Candidates who have extremely high expectations and are keen to take a full and active role in the life of the school are encouraged to apply.  This role requires excellent communication skills, meticulous attention to detail and a firm commitment to upholding the ethos, values and expectations of the school.  

Student achievement is high with our most recent provisional progress score at GCSE placing us in the top 10% of schools nationally.

We offer

• The opportunity to work for an organisation which is values driven and places our students at the centre of everything we do
• The opportunity to work with fantastic students who are aspirational and driven to succeed
• Access to high quality CPD and support with career progression
• Magnificent buildings and an attractive and harmonious working environment
• An exciting opportunity to be involved in shaping the future direction of the school

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information can be found at www.homeoffice.gov.uk.

For an informal and confidential discussion about the role please contact Adam Stanley on 07778 819105. Further information and an application pack can be found on the Vacancies section of the school website http://www.draytonmanorhighschool.co.uk/Employment-Opportunities.

 

The closing date is 12 noon, Wednesday 22 January 2020.

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 28 January 2020.

We reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.

Drayton Manor is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check. 

No agencies or CVs.