Maths Teacher

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated teacher of maths to join our mathematics department and teach the subject at all levels. This post could suit an ECT as well as a more experienced candidate.

You will be working in a very cohesive and supportive department that is committed to providing a high-quality maths education for all of our pupils. We have invested in White Rose Maths, for our curriculum materials and CPD offering, and Sparx and Dr Frost Maths for homework in KS3-4 and 5 respectively. We want everyone to have the time and space to improve their skills, whether that is students or staff, and as a department, we will continue to invest in this.

The successful candidate will have a strong and secure knowledge of the GCSE curriculum, in addition you will have a strong understanding of the KS5 curriculum content. You will be able to maintain and build on a culture of success where all feel valued and proud of their achievements. You will be ably supported by motivated members of the Maths Team so that we can deliver excellent outcomes for all our students whatever their starting point.

We are committed to all students developing a love of mathematics and a desire to achieve the very best they can. Mathematics is the most popular option subject in our sixth form. We offer Mathematics and Further Mathematics at A Level.

The successful candidate will demonstrate: -

• a passion for mathematics and teaching and have excellent subject knowledge and pedagogical understanding
• they are an excellent classroom practitioner, who is experienced in teaching maths at key Stages 3, 4 and 5
• the ability to motivate, challenge, support and inspire students to achieve the best possible outcomes
• outstanding success at achieving consistently good results in mathematics, at least, at key stage 3 and key stage 4
• the ability to create and facilitate highly challenging and engaging lessons
• aspiration to progress their career in the future at the time which is right for them
• they are optimistic, positive, cheerful and develop others to flourish.

We offer:

• the opportunity to be integral to school improvement both within maths and beyond, at a time that suits personal career progression
• well-considered professional development and a wide range of professional opportunities, including leadership development opportunities
• being a part of a supportive, committed and experienced team of maths specialists all specialist trained
• sound mentoring for all new staff
• a challenging and collegiate workplace with a high level of professional autonomy in which people matter
• excellent accommodation, resources and funding most notably in Maths which has recently renovated accommodation
• a work life balance that values individual happiness and fulfilment.

Please complete an application form which can be downloaded from our website www.arnewood.hants.sch.uk/vacancies.

The closing date for applications is 9am on 15 April 2024 with interviews being held shortly thereafter.

The Arnewood School is a brilliant place to work. We are a staff who are committed to providing the best outcomes we can for children. We believe we make a difference to the lives of young people. We are also mutually supportive and have a lot of fun – working with children is a fantastic occupation. Our philosophy is underpinned by personal growth for students and staff alike.