Lead Practitioner of Maths

We are looking for a Lead Practitioner of Maths. This is an exciting opportunity to join John Madejski Academy, become an integral member of the teaching team and further contribute to the life chances of our young people in the school, and across the Trust.

The School is on a rapid trajectory of improvement that will be sustained over many years, it is a chance to be part of something very special. It will support career development and equip you for further development opportunities within the School and within our Trust. We are based in Reading in Berkshire, a culturally rich and bustling area of the country providing good access to Oxford and London. The area we serve is diverse, and therefore our catchment and students offer a range of expectations and challenges, being able to drive ambitions is key. This school will be one of the best schools in the country in the near future, and this is an incredible opportunity to join us on the start of our improvement journey.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive, non-selective and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’. 

To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our ‘Why you should work for GLT’ recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.

Main responsibilities:

• Teaching excellent and rigorous lessons at all Key Stages.
• Supporting the department by leading on pedagogy within the department, contributing to meetings, and helping to resource the curriculum.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues in the department and across the School and Greenshaw Learning Trust to plan lessons which ensure outstanding progress for all students.
• Adhering to the School’s principles of a knowledge led curriculum.

Across the School:

• Work in close partnership with the Assistant Headteacher for Teaching and Learning and other Teachers to develop and deliver the School’s Teaching and Learning strategy.
• Fully engaging in the Developmental Drop In (DDI) process by both giving and receiving feedback.
• Deliver whole staff training and evaluate the effectiveness of current training.
• Setting the highest standards and behavioural expectations in lessons and around the School.
• Committing to and supporting the School’s policy and practice in relation to safeguarding and child protection.
• Undertaking such other duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably requested by the Deputy Headteacher or the Senior Leadership Team, in accordance with the relevant Pay and Conditions document. 
• Provide school improvement support to other schools within the Greenshaw Learning Trust as and when appropriate.

General:

• To participate in school initiatives where every person is expected to contribute to learners’ progress.
• To participate in the School’s professional learning programme as agreed.
• To play a full part in the life of the School community, supporting its distinctive mission and ethos, and encouraging and ensuring staff, pupils and students adhere to school expectations.
• Such other duties may be reasonably allocated by your line manager or Headteacher.

Key Contacts:

• Daily involvement with other teaching staff, Headteacher, Assistant Headteachers, Head of Key Stages, Heads of Subject Areas, other support staff and pupils of the School.
• Contact with parents and other School visitors, including students on work placements.

Other Job Requirements:

• The teacher will be part of the School’s appraisal scheme. They will have a team leader who will set agreed targets for the year. The team leader will monitor and review performance, including classroom teaching.
• The school will support the continuing professional development of all staff, to ensure that their expertise is being kept up to date.

You will need:

• A Masters level qualification 
• Evidence of independent personal development and wide reading of the latest research 
• Be an excellent classroom practitioner
• Evidence of excellent impact on outcomes over a period of time 
• Working effectively as a lead/HoD/Middle Leader - showing positive impact on outcomes 
• Experience of leading on whole school development 
• Leading colleagues to support improving outcomes 
• Leading initiatives beyond your own subject area 
• Conduct lesson drop ins and coaching colleagues
• Developing new and innovative ways of delivering the curriculum efficiently i.e. use of visualisers and booklets
• The ability to lead and foster positive professional relationships and work effectively with teaching staff of varying experience 
• Ability to plan and resource effective interventions to meet curricular objectives 
• Excellent understanding of the components which comprise outstanding teaching and learning and outcomes 
• Experience of coaching and mentoring colleagues 
• Demonstrate emotional resilience, stamina, empathy and flexibility when dealing with challenge 
• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of colleagues
• Use of assessment and attainment information to improve practice and raise standards 
• Understanding of the sequencing of a schema to deliver a powerful knowledge rich curriculum 
• Understanding of ‘instruction’ and ‘direct instruction’ 
• Ability to interpret theory into practice i.e. Rosenshine’s Principles of Instruction

What’s in it for you:

• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym Discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Green car scheme
• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 19th May 2025. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. 

If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.