Second in Maths Department

Manningtree High School is a successful, rural secondary school with a strong community feel. We are a mixed, fully comprehensive school serving the local area and work closely with primary and post-16 partners as well as other local secondary schools. The school is set in a pleasant rural location only 10 miles from the centre of Colchester and close to the Suffolk border. We currently have around 800 11-16 students on roll.  

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic teacher of Mathematics to support the Head of Department in improving student progress and the quality of teaching and learning in maths.   The postholder will work closely with the Head of department to continue to drive innovation and creativity in the curriculum.  They should be an outstanding teacher who is able to show what they expect of others in their own teaching and then inspire other members of staff to do likewise.  This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to develop their career, working within and assisting in leading a motivated and aspiring department.  The successful candidate will be passionate about mathematical learning and will have a strong commitment to ensuring that every child achieves the highest possible academic standards.   

Manningtree High School is a mixed, inclusive, community comprehensive school that enjoys high levels of parental support and a close collaborative relationship with other local schools.  

We can offer you: 

• A community feel in a pleasant rural location only 10 miles from the centre of Colchester
• Excellent facilities, with a new build classroom block currently in development
• Polite and courteous students

The school holds academy status and offers an excellent induction and ongoing staff development.  Our students are well behaved and motivated and examination results are excellent.    

At Manningtree we strive to give every student the best education to suit their needs, we have high expectations of students and staff are expected to share this commitment for our young people.   

We would be delighted to hear from you if you feel that you can make a positive contribution to our future successes.  

Applications are welcomed from NQT’s as well as experienced teachers to teach across Key Stage 3 through to GCSE.  

The person appointed will enthuse, inspire and motivate students and be passionate about attainment and progress.  

We are an Equal Opportunities employer. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All postholders are subject to employment checks and a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.  

Visits to the school are encouraged and warmly welcomed.  For further information or to visit the school please contact Carol Sinclair.  

Closing date:  9am 24th May 2018