Maths Teacher/Head of Maths
Notting Hill Prep School
Kensington and Chelsea
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive salary + inner London allowance.
- Job type:
- Full Time, Maternity Cover
- Start date:
- Autumn Term 2016
- Apply by:
- 10 February 2016
Job overview
Notting Hill Preparatory School, London W11
For September 2016, this exciting, innovative school is seeking a Maths teacher/Head of Maths. The ideal candidate will combine a love of the subject, academic rigour and have a creative approach to learning founded on problem-solving. He/she will teach from Year 5 to 8. The ability to prepare children effectively for 11+ examinations and Common Entrance or Scholarship at 13+ is vital.
Notting Hill Prep has been accredited as a “thinking school”, a title which reflects its intelligent approach to education and its devotion to instilling in its children the values of resilience, creativity and responsibility, which it holds dear. The school aims to teach children not merely to learn, but to learn how to learn. The successful candidate will share the school’s aspirations.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.
The appointment would be for one year to cover maternity leave.
Please email admin@nottinghillprep.com for an application pack.
Closing date: 10th February 2016.
Interviews will be held in the week commencing 22nd February 2016.
Short-listed candidates will be expected to teach an observed lesson during their interview day.
About Notting Hill Prep School
Headteacher
Mrs Sarah Knollys
Notting Hill Preparatory School is a mixed, non-denominational independent primary school in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, serving students from the age of 4-13. The primary school, situated in Notting Hill has approximately 435 students on record.
Notting Hill Preparatory School opened in 2003, set up through the collaboration of parents and teachers. The school opened new buildings in 2009 and 2018, with facilities including a computer suite and specialist art, music and science rooms.
Values and vision
Notting Hill Preparatory School’s vision is to welcome students into a close knit community where they can be inspired to learn in a modern teaching environment. The primary school installs the core values of kindness, courtesy and concern for others, wanting students to be happy and feel cared for during their time learning. It is important to the school that children feel respected and acknowledged as individuals, and encourages them to share their views and ideas in the classroom in order to challenge their thoughts and gain in confidence. Students are nurtured to become the best version of themselves while at the same time enjoying their childhood. A wide range of extra-curricular activities are available for children to get involved in and gain new skills, including music, sport and drama.
Independent School Inspectorate
“The personal qualities of pupils within the context of the school’s life are significant. Pupils are tolerant and respectful of each other’s differences and collaborate exceptionally well when working together. They are given many opportunities for responsibilities and accept these with enthusiasm and pride.”
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