Job Description

Establishment:

Callerton Academy

Location:

Callerton Academy

Salary:

31,650.00 - 49,084.00 (MPR/UPR) + TLR1C (14,290) - subject to TLR review

Department:

Maths

Job Type:

Full Time

Closing Date:

14/05/2025 23:59

Interview Date:

22/05/2025

Start Date:

September 2025
Additional Information

Contract Type:

Permanent

Contract Term:

TTO - Term time only

Hours per Week:

32.44

Weeks per Year:

39.000

Pay Grade:

Main Pay Scale | M1 - M6

The Role

Please note you will be paid all year round as per STPCD (School Teacher's Pay and Conditions Document) and not TTO/39 weeks as highlighted above, and this role is pending Trust TLR Review.

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ABOUT THE ACADEMY

Callerton Academy is new secondary school that opened in September 2021 as one of two new schools within Gosforth Group. Our principal aim is to encourage high expectations and high standards of achievement, both academic and personal. We are driven by a desire to support young people to create their future and be successful in all they do. Our values embrace honesty, trust, reliability, respect for the legitimate rights of others, care for every member of society, regard for the environment, and kindness towards other people. We have high expectations of both ourselves and our students. Our exceptional, highly skilled, and dedicated staff strive to develop aspirational and confident young people who have a lifelong love of learning. Currently, we are based in a state-of-the-art building in Newcastle's Grainger Town with great links to metro and bus transport, until we move into our new school building located in Westerhope, which opens to students in September 2025 Permanent Site Updates, serving around 1,200 students from Year 7 to Year 11. Callerton Academy is an exciting and thriving secondary school where staff are highly valued and invested in to be able to become exceptional practitioners.

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ABOUT THE ROLE

First and foremost, we are looking for someone who loves maths and is passionate, proactive and innovative. You may already be a subject leader or a second in subject, or you may be ready to take your first step into subject leadership. You will have a proven record of raising attainment and accelerating progress, whilst demonstrating effective and innovative teaching and learning.



The maths department is on an exciting journey as it grows considerably over the next couple of years as the school grows with it. This is your chance to shape a department of specialists, building on the excellent foundations already in place. We are developing a strong team of practitioners at Callerton Academy who are able to be versatile and are keen to be involved in many and varied aspects of school life; particularly during the coming years while the school is growing. You will be an important part of our growing school and will be a consummate professional, practical and 'hands-on'; able to enthuse and motivate colleagues and students alike.



This is a unique chance for someone looking to develop their leadership within a highly successful and supportive school and multi academy trust, backed up by excellent resources and facilities.

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WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

An outstanding practitioner A passion for maths and for teaching and leading all facets of the curriculum A proven track record of excellent progress and achievement across Key Stage 3 and 4 A commitment to fresh and exciting methods of delivering the curriculum The ability to develop, lead and inspire a team of staff A relentless drive to secure the best possible outcomes for students of all abilities and from all backgrounds Excellent communication and ICT skills
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WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

A competitive salary Benefits including; excellent pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking An opportunity to work with highly-skilled professionals Enthusiastic and motivated students An exciting and extensive commitment to professional development A school with its community at heart An exciting programme of staff well-being activities Wider career development opportunities to be involved across the Gosforth Group


This is an exceptional opportunity to make a difference within a positive and exciting environment. If you share our community's ethos of progression, diversity and dynamism then we would be delighted to hear from you.



If you would like to arrange a visit or speak to Lorcan McCloskey, the current post holder before application, contact Miss Lockhart, Office Manager, at Emily.Lockhart@callertonacademy.org.uk for more information. Please note that there is not an expectation for you to visit the school before application.



If you would like to discuss this vacancy further, or you are unable to complete the online application form and require this in another format please contact us by email: hrcallerton@gosforthgroup.org.uk or telephone: 0191 285 1000.



Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to commence the interview process and close the vacancy prior to this date.


Following the shortlisting process, where applicable, candidates who attend interview will be reimbursed reasonable expenses for travel and accommodation.


The Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.



Blandford Street

Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE1 3BT



Human Resources Team


hrcallerton@gosforthgroup... https://www.callertonacademy.org.uk/