Maths Lead Practitioner / School Second in Department
Kirkburton Middle School
Kirklees
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS + TLR2a
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2022
- Apply by:
- 20 May 2022
Job overview
Kirkburton Middle School is a thriving, over-subscribed and highly successful school catering for pupils between the ages of 10 and 13. Teachers at Kirkburton can really teach as pupils have outstanding behaviours for learning – as recognised by OFSTED in November 2021. We encourage our staff to take risks and enjoy their teaching as we believe this leads to exceptional progress and strong relationships.
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Maths Lead Practitioner to join a strong team of specialist maths teachers. You will be joining our friendly and forward-thinking school at a very exciting time; a school that genuinely values the well-being of all staff and that will invest in your ongoing professional development.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone to develop a strong understanding of the journey from KS2 to KS3 and beyond, working alongside experienced Primary, Middle and Secondary teachers. You may be someone who has additional responsibilities in school already or someone who is new to leadership and has the vision and commitment to become a strong leader prepared to make a real difference.
You will:
- Be a highly effective classroom teacher
- Be able to inspire and enthuse staff
- Be organised and committed
- Have a strong moral purpose which puts pupils at the centre of everything
- Have a good understanding of the maths National Curriculum
- Believe in high achievement for all pupils
In return, we can offer:
- A school which is forward thinking, dedicated to the improving the lives of children and continuously seeks to be the best it can possibly be
- Highly motivated pupils who are eager to learn and engage in lessons
- A commitment to your future development through a well-structured CPD programme
- The chance to work as part of a small multi-academy trust who are relentless in their drive to deliver the best learning experiences to their pupils
Visits are warmly welcomed and highly recommended. Should you wish to arrange a visit, please email Mrs Catriona Mitchell, Headteacher’s PA, cmitchell@themast.co.uk or telephone 01484 22737.
Application is via the Trust Application Form which can be found on the school website.
https://www.kirkburtonmiddleschool.co.uk/job-vacancies
Completed applications should be addressed to Mr Chris Taylor, Headteacher, at the school address or via email to cmitchell@themast.co.uk
The closing date for applications is Friday 20th May 2022 at 4pm.
The interview date is expected to take place during week commencing 23rd May 2022.
The start date for the successful candidate is 1st September 2022.
If we have not contacted you by Friday 27th May 2022 please assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful. Please accept this as acknowledgement of the time and interest you have shown.
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About Kirkburton Middle School
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- Kirkburton Middle School
- Turnshaws Avenue, Kirkburton, Huddersfield
- West Yorkshire
- HD8 0TJ
- United Kingdom
Our School
Kirkburton Middle School is a mixed, non-denominational academy middle school for pupils aged 10-13. We are a highly popular, oversubscribed and ambitious school with 510 pupils on roll. We pride ourselves in being a vibrant and inclusive school that is passionate about the continuous development of the `whole child’ within a middle school setting.
The three years between the ages of ten and thirteen are characterised by rapid physical, social and emotional change and are of great significance in the academic and social development of young people. Kirkburton Middle School provides a welcoming and secure environment in which pupils enter as young children and leave as confident young adults, each developing at the rate that is right for them. Academic standards at the end of Year 8 are above average and there is a thriving programme of extra-curricular activities. The ethos of the school is a particular strength: welcoming, harmonious, inclusive and mutually supportive. Relationships between all members of the school community are excellent.
In 2016, the school was proud to became part of the Mast Academy Trust, which also includes Shelley First School, Scissett Middle School and Birdsedge First School.
Our Vision
We aim to develop well rounded, confident and responsible individuals who have a love of learning and who always aspire to achieve their full potential. We do this by creating a safe, welcoming and vibrant environment where success is carefully is nurtured through support, challenge and excellence.
Our Core Values
All members of our school community strive to be-
Welcoming
Empathetic
Aspirational
Resilient
Enthusiastic
Knowledgeable
Motivated
Successful
Our Motto - Enjoying, Achieving, Succeeding Together
Enjoying –
We believe learning should be enjoyable for everybody but this doesn’t necessarily mean easy. Often the greatest pleasure in life comes from overcoming the biggest challenges.
Achieving –
We strive to ensure all pupils achieve highly regardless of background or starting point.
Succeeding Together –
We are a community which champions individuality and collaboration. We believe in the power of working together and respecting each other in order to achieve common goals.
Chris Taylor
Executive Headteacher
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