Second in Mathematics

King Edward VII Academy, Norfolk

MPS/UPS plus TLR 2c

Role Purpose

This is an exciting opportunity to join King Edward VII Academy in King's Lynn as Second in Department in Mathematics.  You will work closely with the Head of Mathematics to build on and develop effective learning strategies, embodying the ethos of the Academy.

The successful candidate will inspire and motivate students and department colleagues alike to ensure that they achieve their full potential. You will be engaging, enigmatic and enthusiastic while maximizing the enjoyment, engagement and outcomes of young people within the faculty.  You will develop innovative, non-traditional approaches to the subject matter to ensure appropriate access and achievement for all students.

This role would be suitable for a more experienced colleague; however, enthusiasm, passion and a commitment to inspiring young people are more important than years of experience.

We actively encourage all our staff to use new and innovative ways to engage with our students whilst preserving our rich history of providing high quality education to all.  At King Edward VII Academy we are fully committed to encouraging and developing all of our students to achieve their full potential.

Our students range from age 11 to 18, including students in our well-respected and ‘Good’ Sixth Form.

There are ample opportunities to develop extra-curricular activities and interests at King Edward VII Academy where we take a holistic view of education.

At King Edward VII Academy, we believe that strength comes from togetherness; each individual plays a crucial part in our overall community and in our successes. We combine the unity of our traditional house system and its exciting enrichment programme with an uncompromising focus upon individual academic success. We actively encourage all of our staff to use new and innovative ways to engage with our students whilst preserving our rich history of providing high quality education to all.

At King Edward VII Academy we are fully committed to encouraging and developing all our students to achieve their full potential. Our superb reputation for sports is a marker of the emphasis we place on developing well-rounded young adults. It also serves as a symbol of our wider aims – the pursuit of excellence in all things; pride in our academy; togetherness in all we do; fair play and outstanding behaviour and healthy competition. KES has a remarkable past and strives for an even more remarkable future. Our internal support structures and career progression opportunities mean that our staff can achieve their full career potential. Many of our former students have returned to work for us post-studies; proving the lasting impression we make as a provider of high quality education in West Norfolk.

Skills and Qualifications

• It is essential that you are Degree qualified within the relevant subject area with QTS status

• The successful candidate will have previous secondary classroom experience, knowledge of current issues and development in education, a good awareness of strategies to improve the learning and achievement of students and a desire to raise standards in teaching and learning to improve achievement

• You will be committed to supporting learning, able to relate to students in a pleasant and sympathetic manner and have an enthusiastic and engaging approach

For an informal discussion, to arrange a visit or for an application pack please contact Diane Jamieson or Katie Mcwilliams on 0191 267 6555 or 07713 323 792 or email permanent@visionforeducation.co.uk

Applications will be reviewed as received, so we may be in contact before the closing date.

Your completed application form and supporting information should be returned to Diane Jamieson via email and not directly to the School at permanent@visionforeducation.co.uk

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

King’s Lynn Academy

Queen Mary Road

King’s Lynn  

Norfolk

PE30 4QG