Teacher of Mathematics (Part time 0.8 , 1 year fixed term)

Thank you for your interest in this post.  I hope that the information about the school and the details of the post will prompt you to apply.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic teacher who is able to share in the teaching of the 11-18 age and ability range with the ability to teach A-level. In this lively department, you could expect to work with colleagues who are both committed and supportive.

There are currently 9 teachers of Mathematics, many of whom are also group tutors. We see the role of tutor as central to the student’s experience, so we expect to liaise with colleagues who are tutors right across the school in the normal course of our specialist teaching. In this way, the Department operates within a close-knit supportive school network.

In Key Stage 3, students are taught in mixed attainment tutor groups. As a department, we feel that our scheme of work at KS3 should consolidate, build upon and embed key knowledge and skills encountered in KS2, enabling all students to have a secure grounding in mathematics that will help with their transition into KS4. We want our students to be confident mathematicians, who show resilience when solving problems and are prepared to try things out for themselves. We also want students to know where they are in their learning, how they can improve and what they need to do to make that improvement. Most importantly, we want students to enjoy doing mathematics and to develop a curiosity in the subject, which will build students’ capacity for learning and promote learning that is more independent.

In Key Stage 4, we follow the AQA course and aim to enter all students for GCSE Mathematics. At the start of Year 10 we broadly band the students into tiers so that they can follow the appropriate course of study and refine this at the start of Year 11 to give them the best preparation for the GCSE examinations. The Mathematics department routinely secures a high number of top grade passes both at GCSE and A Level, with over 70% of students achieving GCSE grades 4+ in each of the last 3 years. Post-16, we follow the AQA Maths and Further Maths courses and continue to attract large numbers with Discrete mathematics and Mechanics being our preferred application units in Further Maths.

We also have a thriving Mathematical enrichment curriculum, encouraging students to take part in the UKMT Maths Challenges, as well as the whole school half-termly Maths Challenger! We have organised school trips for all ages to Mathematical events and, in the past have held masterclasses for students throughout Key Stage 3. We also have weekly drop-in sessions for post-16 students, which are very well attended and where students enjoy working with us to solve problems. In short, we are always striving to look for opportunities to raise the profile of Mathematics within the school.

If teaching in this sort of environment appeals to you, please read the supporting information below and follow the instructions on how to apply.  Should you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the school.

Application Method: 

Role Type:  1 Year Fixed Term – until 31 August 2023, Part Time 0.8

Start Date: September 2022 until 31 August 2023

Application closing date: 9am, Monday 6 June 2022

Please read the person specification for the post and if you think that you meet the requirements and the post offers the challenge and opportunity you are seeking, we would be delighted to hear from you. Applications can be made using the “Quick Apply” link on the TES page.

You should detail your experience and reasons for applying by answering the following questions and using the questions as headings within your Supporting Statement.

1.    Why do you want to teach at Belper School and Sixth Form Centre?

2.    How do you motivate students to enjoy doing maths and to raise the profile of Mathematics in your school?

3.    How do you ensure all students succeed in a mixed attainment classroom?

4.    How do you contribute to the wider curriculum in your current school?

Please note applications which do not include the above headings with answers may not be considered for shortlisting.  Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email after the closing date.

Belper School and Sixth Form Centre is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment checks including a criminal record check via the DBS before they can be appointed. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.