Teacher of Mathematics - Starting January 2023 - Permanent role

Welcome to Ada!

We are the Government’s National College for Digital Skills, a high performing technical college with the mission of educating and empowering the next generation of diverse digital talent. We currently employ 40 staff members educating over 400 students across the sixth form and apprenticeships, working with a fantastic range of industry partners from Google and Deloitte through to the MHRA and a range of SMEs. As a small but fast-growing college with 2 campuses in London and one in Manchester, we have a very diverse student body from a wide range of backgrounds and are committed to using tech as a tool for social mobility. The two London campuses will come together in 2023 at our fantastic new flagship campus on Sutherland Street near Victoria. 

We are looking for an excellent teacher of Mathematics to join the sixth form. Currently the Maths department is small, however thanks to continually improving results and excellent progression for students, Maths is our fastest growing A level at Ada and we’re keen to expand this in coming years.

As a teacher in the department you will teach mathematics across a range of different courses offered by the department: A-Level Mathematics and Further Maths, Level 3 Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) and GCSE Maths retakes. You will also work closely with the Head of Mathematics to develop high quality content and deliver excellent lessons. For experienced practitioners, there may be opportunities for you to lead on elements of the course suited to your individual expertise. 

You will initially be based in the Sixth Form campus in Tottenham Hale, however after the opening of Ada’s Westminster campus in around July 2023, you will transfer to working from this new location close to Victoria railway station.

We believe there is no better place in the country to teach mathematics to a dedicated cohort of computer scientists, and very much hope you choose to apply to join us.

What we’re looking for

You’ll need

• An educational vision aligned with the College’s mission and aspirations, and our high expectations of ourselves and others.
• A belief that digital skills education can be an engine for social mobility.
• A desire to innovate and try new approaches and to reflect and learn from both successes and failures.
• Evidence of a commitment to ongoing professional development.
• A degree in Mathematics or a closely related and relevant  subject.
• Qualified Teacher Status.
• A track record of high quality mathematics teaching, learning and assessment, with experience at level 3.
• A commitment to rigorously implementing strategies that establish consistently high standards of results and behaviour.
• Strong organisational skills and effective time management.
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to support and be supported by others to grow personally and professionally.
• Excellent  written and oral communication skills.

We’re particularly keen to hear from you if you can also demonstrate

• Experience teaching Further Mathematics A-level or Core Mathematics courses.
• Pastoral experience, for example as a tutor, and an awareness of the safeguarding issues that affect the 16-19 age group.
• Knowledge of industry, ideally the tech sector, and ideas about how to invigorate the curriculum by harnessing industry’s challenges and ways of working.
• Experience of teaching coding as a tool for mathematical pedagogy and the integration of professional technologies in the teaching and learning of mathematics.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

As a Teacher of Mathematics 

• To teach mathematics across a range of different courses offered by the department maintaining excellent standards of teaching, learning and assessment.
• To improve and enhance your own teaching and learning through appropriate professional development activities and courses.
• To organise and prepare assessments in line with college policy.
• To report on students’ academic progress and behaviour to the college and parents/carers in line with college policy.
• To write appropriate subject references for students in the department to assist with their future progression to university courses or apprenticeships.
• To collaborate with industry partners to support and enhance the teaching and learning of Mathematics.
• To assist the Head of Mathematics with:
• Explaining and presenting Mathematics at Ada Open Events including Open Evenings, Masterclasses, Workshops, Recruitment Events, Conferences and Industry Events.
• Devel0ping and shaping the Subject Intent and Implementation Plan for Mathematics that clearly implements Ada’s overall curriculum intent.

As a Team Leader

• To take responsibility for the care, guidance and support and the academic monitoring and eventual outcomes of a Team (tutorial group).
• To monitor and follow up on the attendance and punctuality of students in your team group with the assistance of the pastoral and attendance team.
• To ensure all students observe Ada policies relating to behaviour, attendance and other matters, and that they take proper care of Ada’s environment and resources.
• To teach PSHE sessions to students in your team, ensuring that you promote a healthy and safe environment for discussing challenging topics.

As a member of staff

• To prioritise at all times the safety and well-being of the students by following the college’s Welfare & Safeguarding policies.
• To complete all appropriate training for the role to support in the safeguarding of students.
• To rigorously implement the college’s behaviour policies.
• To participate in the learning community of Ada teachers, by observing colleagues and welcoming observations in return, by contributing to discussions around teaching and learning.
• To contribute to a programme of extra-curricular and academic enrichment activities.
• To embody and promote the college values.

Safeguarding

Ada, National College for Digital Skill is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. The post holder will be subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and references will be sought from previous employers prior to commencing employment 

Equity, diversity and inclusion

Ada, National College for Digital Skills recognises that equality of opportunity and the recognition and promotion of diversity are integral to its strengths.

Applicants with disabilities 

We are keen to increase the number of disabled people we employ. We therefore encourage applications from individuals with a disability who are able to carry out the duties of the post. If you have special needs in relation to your application please contact HR@ada.ac.uk.

Sponsorship

Sadly, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role so can only accept applications from candidates who have the legal right to work and remain in the United Kingdom.

How to apply

Please complete the application form and include a cover letter addressing how you meet the person specification. If you have any questions about the role or for a confidential conversation about the post, please contact Ada’s principal.