Teacher of Mathematics
Fowey River Academy
Fowey, Cornwall
- Expired
- Salary:
- Main Pay Range to Upper Pay Range (dependent on skills and experience)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2018
- Apply by:
- 22 April 2018
Job overview
New opportunities at Fowey River Academy
Teacher of Mathematics
MPS/UPS
Start date: September 2018
We are looking for an inspirational teacher of Mathematics. This will be someone who wants to make a difference to the life chances of our students and someone who is absolutely committed to achieving ‘buy in’ to their subject. We seek a talented teacher who knows how to make Maths relevant and fun. We need someone who can encourage and reward perseverance and deliver great results. An ability to also teach ICT/computer science would also be of interest to us.
In return we offer the following benefits:
- a recruitment/retention package for suitable candidates
- as a new member of staff, you will receive extra ring-fenced time in your first year to learn new skills and pedagogical approaches which you can then apply or, in the case of Lead Practitioners/ SLEs, time for you to coach and develop others.
- you will be allocated a professional mentor who will be dedicated to inducting you and then helping you grow. They will assist you to build a portfolio with career progression in mind. When you are ready, you will have opportunities to lead projects on pedagogy, curriculum design and innovation.
- you will have free access to the academy's Sports Hub, fitness suite, classes and programmes.
- you will receive a MacBook Pro and an iPad to help you plan your lessons and develop and deliver professional resources and presentations.
For further information and to apply please download the relevant application pack from our website: www.foweyriveracademy.org.uk or our Trust’s website: ALAT (Adventure learning Academies Trust) www.alat.org.uk. Please note CVs will not be accepted.
If you require an alternative format, you can contact Ali Honey ali@neopeople.net
Closing date: 9.00am on Monday 23rd April 2018. Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than advertised should the position be filled or we receive a high volume of applications.
Fowey River Academy is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The post is subject to satisfactory receipt of all statutory requirements in line with safer recruitment, inclusive of an enhanced DBS check.
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About Fowey River Academy
Fowey River Academy is a mixed, non-selective, non-denominational secondary school situated in Fowey, Cornwall. There are approximately 684 students at the school, between the ages of 11-16.
Fowey River Academy was established in 1692 as Fowey Free School, opening to 30 pupils from low income families. The school has since been a boarding and grammar school throughout the years. In 2014, it received academy status, changing its name from Fowey Community College to Fowey River Academy.
Headteacher
Ben Eddy
Values and vision
At Fowey River Academy, we are working together for a better future for our young people and we are passionate about success.
Our vision is that our young people receive the very best education, realise their full potential and are prepared to become responsible and successful citizens.
How Do We Achieve This?
- We cultivate a positive attitude towards learning in the whole academy community
- We create a high quality learning experience
- We provide a safe, stimulating and supportive environment
No Child Left Behind
Our aim is to make sure every child fulfils their potential; not every student will be a traditional academic so it is important that they receive options and valuable skills to enable them to succeed. Fowey River Academy delivers rigorous academic challenges with educational and personal development activities to provide a rich and rounded learning experience so that all students get every opportunity to achieve their potential.
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