Lead Practitioner: Maths

Hours: Full-time

Contract: Permanent

Grade: Lead Practitioner Scale LP3-7 (£51,126 to £56,401)

The Hertfordshire & Essex High School is a vibrant and happy school providing an exciting variety of opportunities for girls and Sixth Form boys to develop their talents, to enjoy themselves and to flourish as individuals. Rated as Outstanding in our recent Ofsted inspection “”Excellence for All” runs through all aspects of this exceptional School”. Herts & Essex provides an excellent educational experience for students, and a first-rate experience for staff looking to develop their careers in education.

We are now looking to appoint a Lead Practitioner: Maths to play a leading role in the continuous improvement of teaching and learning in Maths and the development of our Maths curriculum. The main responsibility of the role will include:

·        supporting the delivery of the highest standard of teaching, learning and student progress

·        supporting the development of a range of effective teaching and learning pedagogy

·        supporting development of a high quality curriculum which supports and challenges students to make outstanding progress

·        collaborate with curriculum leaders and the wider Lead Practitioner team to quality assure teaching and learning across the school

This role provides an excellent opportunity for a member of staff to take on a senior role in the school.

The ideal candidate will have:

-      A passion for Maths including its position within the wider curriculum

-      The ability to deliver lessons that engage and inspire students, demonstrating excellent teaching practice

-      Confidence in teaching students in a variety of techniques and styles

-      Passion for pupil development and supporting them to achieve their best

-      A strong understanding of the secondary Maths curriculum

-      Keenness to lead and contribute to extra-curricular provision including competitions, Maths trips and visits and vocational events.

-      Experience of giving developmental feedback to colleagues

-      A critical understanding of development in the teaching and learning of Maths

Ultimately, we are looking for someone who is able to create a love for the Maths curriculum, develop student’s intellectual curiosity and produce the best possible outcomes for learners.

Working at Herts & Essex will mean joining a team of highly committed, well qualified teachers and support staff who work hard to provide the best possible education for our students.

We will offer you a workplace that:

-      Has students who are exceptionally bright and enthusiastic, thriving in our relaxed, supporting atmosphere and take responsibility for their own learning

-      Encourages and supports career development including opportunities for research and NPQ qualifications

-      Offers Coaching and Supervision as part of its excellent wellbeing offer

-      Has been awarded the Carnegie Mental Health Award

-      Has staff and student networks for BAME and LGBTQ+ communities through our DARE and Kaleidoscope groups

-      Many other incentives, and opportunities for career development

Closing date: 12 midday on Monday 22 April 2024

We reserve the right to close an advert once sufficient suitable applications have been received to form a short list. Early application is therefore encouraged.

Should you have any queries about the post or should you have any difficulties submitting your application, please email: hr@hemat.org.uk or call the school on 01279 654127.

Herts & Essex is dedicated to supporting and promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the school community. 

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including satisfactory Criminal Records Check through the Disclosure and Barring Service.