Maths Teacher (Maternity Cover)
Whitefield School
Barnet
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS
- Job type:
- Full Time, Maternity Cover
- Start date:
- January 2020 (start early available if possible but this is negotiable)
- Apply by:
- 10 October 2019
Job overview
Maths Teacher (Maternity Cover)
Scale- MPS/ UPS (NQT’s are welcome)
Start date- January 2020 (start early available if possible but this is negotiable)
“School leaders, governors and staff have created a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where pupils thrive”
“The behaviour of pupils is outstanding”
“The school’s work to promote pupils’ personal development and welfare is outstanding”
“Diversity at this harmonious school is celebrated and respected” (Ofsted 2017)
Are you a talented and innovative practitioner who teaches creative and inspiring lessons for students of all abilities? Are you passionate about film and media studies? Do you want to work in a school committed to career progression? If so, why not join us?
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a strong team of specialist, highly committed and enthusiastic teachers. Length of experience need not stop anyone applying for this post. What matters is an absolute commitment to wanting to get the best from every student. We are looking for ‘exceptional’, because ‘exceptional’ is what all our students deserve.
Key Stage 4 students follow the Edexcel 9-1 GCSE Mathematics course is an engaging way to teach students who respond well to a holistic approach to learning Mathematics. The overarching topics learnt during the three year course are Number, Algebra, Ratio and Proportion, Geometry & Measure, Statistics & Probability. This gives flexibility for students to learn Mathematics in a simplified fashion. The content, skills and knowledge developed encourages students to appreciate the significance of mathematical doctrine in everyday life.
The course assesses in detail all aspects of mathematical attainment through the provision of three terminal written examinations at the end of Key Stage 4 (Foundation tier (grades 1 – 5) and a Higher tier (grades 4 – 9). Key Stage 5 students follow the AQA specification leading to the GCE examination set by the AQA Examination Board.
Whitefield is a rapidly improving school. Our examination results continue to rise year on year. But we still have ambitious plans for the future. The successful candidate will have access to Continuous Professional Development through our comprehensive internal and external CPD programme. The school also offers a range of benefits to all employees through our pro-active staff Well-being Team.
Please use the school online application form to apply for this vacancy. For further information on our exciting school, please visit our website (www.whitefield.barnet.sch.uk) or better still come for a visit.
Closing date for applications Noon Thursday 10th October 2019 (please note we have the right to close this post earlier)
Interviews Week Commencing 14th October 2019
Commence Post January 2020 (start early available if possible but this is negotiable)
For enquiries, please contact Christine McGhan, Human Resources Officer. Tel: 020 8455 4114, Email: cmg@whitefield.barnet.sch.uk
Whitefield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.
If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful in your application on this occasion.
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About Whitefield School
Creating the future, today.
Whitefield School exists to develop well-rounded pupils who achieve great grades and have great character through our high standards and expectations. These are individuals who'll become our future leaders and change makers.
Our inclusive, supportive and ambitious culture enables our pupils to reach and exceed their full potential, regardless of their starting point in life. We embrace our diverse community and act as a social leveller allowing all pupils to flourish.
We believe that everyone has the ability to excel and make a difference, and we know that when we feel seen, heard and respected, and our mental health and wellbeing are looked after, we can exceed even our own expectations.
We are committed to excellence in all aspects of students’ school life, whether academic, social or emotional. This is demonstrated each and everyday through our values ‘We AREWhitefield’, Ambitious, Respectful and show Effort.
Creating the future, together.
What does Ofsted say about us? - (December 2022)
-Staff are positive about the school’s senior leaders
-Staff enjoy working at the school and feel well supported to develop professionally
-Staff are positive about the efforts made by leaders to manage workload and well-being effectively
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