Head of Mathematics

Salisbury Cathedral School • Full Time • Salisbury, Wiltshire • 2w ago

Salisbury Cathedral School is looking for a first-class Head of Mathematics, with the ability to offer a second subject an advantage.

Nestled in the heart of the cathedral close in Salisbury, our school is surrounded by idyllic woodlands and has access to all the school's beautiful grounds and facilities – the perfect place for taking the learning of Maths outdoors, building on our vision for teaching and learning to be active, engaging and not just classroom based!

The successful candidate will join a happy and thriving community. At SCS, we have a genuine team spirit and every single person is uniquely valued for who they are and what they bring to our community.

Blending tradition, informality and innovation, we work hard to offer a vibrant and stimulating professional environment.

This job description will be reviewed annually and may be subject to amendment at any time, after consultation with the post holder. It is not a comprehensive statement of procedures and tasks, but sets out the main expectations of Salisbury Cathedral School in relation to the post holder’s professional responsibilities and duties.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

To undertake departmental self-evaluation throughout the school
To oversee continuity, progression, differentiation and entitlement for more and less able students throughout Key Stages 1, 2 and 3
To develop curriculum and teaching methods in line with policies and to give guidance on teaching methods To be accountable to the Head
To create a safe working and learning environment
To provide efficient management and organisation of accommodation and learning resources, including IT
To explore opportunities for new resources
To oversee the delivery of the department's curriculum
To contribute to the review, development and management of the department's curriculum as required
To oversee and organise the teaching resources for each group of pupils taught within the financial parameters of the department
To maintain outcomes of achievement from students taught
To maintain an attractive classroom environment
To develop continual updating of knowledge and understanding of the department's curriculum through personal reading and research
To attend required meetings with colleagues and parents relative to duties outlined in this job description in line with the published schedule
To participate in whole school evaluation and INSET
To support the training and induction of new staff and ECTs with the assistance of the Head
To line-manage members of the Mathematics department as requested
To oversee a programme of visits for pupils to enhance their understanding in the subject taught
To provide parent workshops to enable them to support the learning of their children

Management Responsibilities:

To provide leadership by example
To manage and develop working relations with all colleagues at Salisbury Cathedral School
To manage and support your team to ensure they deliver the highest standards of provision
To lead celebratory assemblies on an agreed basis
To have responsibility as a middle manager at SCS through the role of Head of Mathematics
Members of staff should, always work within the framework provided by the school's policy statements to fulfil the general aims and objectives of Salisbury Cathedral School

Head of Department Responsibilities:

To provide leadership by example
To monitor pupil progress in maths throughout the age range at SCS
To oversee, contribute to and participate in the corporate planning of the Mathematics Department at SCS
To manage, monitor, support, motivate and lead the teaching of mathematics and co-ordinate the work of the appropriate teachers
To lead professional development by coaching / peer support / target setting / training needs and provision
To manage and develop working relations with the Head and the Leadership Team
To develop high standards of teaching and learning by monitoring and taking effective action
To set targets for pupil improvement using benchmark data with the assistance of the Head of Assessment
To participate in School Evaluation and INSET
To present to governors when required
To establish resource needs, set priorities for spending and allocate those resources within financial parameters set by the Finance team
To develop high standards of display and presentation of materials
To maintain standards of discipline in line with school policies
To complete all assessment requirements, including homework, coursework and entrance exam assessments
To prepare those children taking 13+ scholarship examinations
To report and record each pupil's progress and achievement
To draw up an Annual Departmental Plan for the School Development Plan
To be responsible for gathering information to develop and improve student achievement
To ensure departmental handbooks, schemes of work and lesson plans are up to date
To evaluate the department’s documentation to ensure it meets statutory requirements

Pastoral Care:

Take a full part in the pastoral arrangements of SCS including
attendance at assemblies
To perform the tasks and duties of a Form Tutor

Other Considerations:

Members of staff should always work within the framework provided by the school's policy statements to fulfil the general aims and objectives of Salisbury Cathedral School
To contribute to the co-curricular life of Salisbury Cathedral School
To assist or lead in the organisation and management of mathematic- related events and co- curricular activities
To undertake such other duties as the Head or Senior Leadership Team may reasonably request
To continue the roles outlined in this job description to the highest level.

Essential Person Specification:

QTS or equivalent.
Maths specialism.
Experience teaching Key Stage 2 and 3 pupils.
Flexibility and adaptability. Ability to work with other colleagues.
Motivated to work with young people.
Ability to form and maintain positive relationships and personal boundaries with children, parents and colleagues.
Positive approach towards maintaining a purposeful learning environment.

Desirable Person Specification:

Ability to teach a second subject
Experience of working in an independent prep school
Experience of preparing for Common Entrance, 11+ and Scholarships
Minibus Driver
Good sense of humour
Ability to coach games

What can we offer you?

Salary: SCS Scale at the point appropriate for your qualifications and experience
A comprehensive induction programme and ongoing support
In conjunction with Education Support we are able to offer an employee assistance programme
A cycle to work scheme and with Edenred
A childcare voucher scheme via salary sacrifice.
Lunch provided during term time
Free on site parking
Teachers will be automatically enrolled in our Royal London pension scheme
Staff are entitled to up to 50% discount on their children's school fees