Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking energetic and well-qualified university graduates or teachers seeking to be part of a dynamic and well-resourced Maths department which teaches the subject from Year 7 up to A-level.

The successful candidate will be able to teach across the whole range of age and ability, including A-level Maths. The department also teaches Further Maths.

Maths is a very popular subject choice at A Level and we usually see over half of our pupils choosing to continue with Maths into the Sixth Form. We currently have 140 pupils in the Sixth Form studying Maths, 52 of whom currently study Maths and Further Maths.

The post would ideally suit an experienced teacher with a proven record of successful results, including someone who has perhaps had a career break or an ECT, for whom a full support and induction programme will be available, for the duration of the employment. We are an inclusive school and welcome applications from people of all beliefs and backgrounds.

A willingness to make a wider contribution to the pastoral and extra-curricular life of the School is expected.

Responsibilities

The fundamental expectation of a teacher at King Edward's School is that they should contribute wholeheartedly and positively to the life and work of the School. Each teacher is directly responsible for the positive, efficient and professional running of their classes, in line with agreed departmental policy; this will include following departmental schemes of work and assessment policies. Each teacher is also responsible for the good behaviour of classes and the care of departmental resources and the classroom in which they teach. Teachers at King Edward's are employed to perform a role, including those who are part-time, and some aspects might fall on a day which they are not timetabled for lessons. (e.g. Open Day, Entrance Exams, Parents' Evenings, INSET/CPD)

All members of staff share a corporate responsibility for the welfare, good order and discipline of pupils in all school activities. It is also the responsibility of all staff to be aware of and uphold School policies, especially those relating to safeguarding, and to work to uphold budgets and sound financial control.

As part of their responsibility towards supporting the pastoral life of the School, teachers are required to carry out a pastoral role within the school as a Form Tutor, Co-Tutor or Associate Tutor.

Teachers at King Edward's School will also contribute to the co-curricular life of the School. Such contributions may take many different forms, as the School values the diverse talents and enthusiasm of staff, and could include taking a sports team (for non-PE staff), running a weekly club, being involved in significant weekend commitments such as the Duke of Edinburgh's Award or Model MUN. The nature of such a commitment and the time involved will need to meet the needs of the school and be approved by the Headmaster.

Teachers are expected to follow the Teachers' Standards set by the Department for Education:

Setting high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils Promoting good progress and outcomes by pupils Demonstrating good subject and curriculum knowledge Planning and teaching well-structured lessons Adapting teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils Making accurate and productive use of assessment Managing behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment Fulfilling wider professional responsibilities Demonstrating consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct The main responsibilities of a teacher include, but are not limited to: Delivering high quality teaching to the classes and pupils allocated in the timetable. Planning, preparing and delivering courses and lessons in line with agreed school and department policies, seeking and offering advice and support, as appropriate, from and to departmental colleagues and the Head of Department. Preparing pupils for public and internal examinations, including maintaining a through and up-to-date knowledge of current examination specifications, regulations and policies Setting and marking work regularly according to school and department policy, including formal assessments and internal exams, which is appropriate to the needs and abilities of the pupils. Keeping suitable records of each pupil's attendance, behaviour and performance which will enable proper assessment, tracking and timely reporting (to both pupils and parents). In so doing, the teacher should be mindful of the need to support, motivate and encourage each pupil. Writing academic checks, reports, UCAS references and other similar material. Attending Parents' Evenings and meeting with parents, as required. Making timely contact with parents over academic issues relating to the progress of a pupil, as well as responding to concerns and queries from parents. Supporting the work of the Head of Department and contributing to the work of the department in developing new courses, materials and methods. Contributing to departmental meetings organised by the Head of Department Maintaining a thorough and up-to-date subject knowledge and taking account of wider curriculum and pastoral developments which are relevant to the work of a teacher. Maintaining a high standard of professionalism through appropriate dress, behaviour, conduct and communication with pupils, parents, colleagues and members of the public, as a loyal ambassador for the School. Actively participating in CPD/INSET and taking responsibility for his or her own professional development to improve teaching and students' learning. Actively participating in the School's system of professional review and being reviewed by line managers and a member of the review team. Fulfilling other duties expected of each teacher from time to time, such as supervisory duties during lunch and break, examination invigilation and cover for absent colleagues. Supporting and attending assemblies, Prizegiving, Open Evening and Open Day, Founder's Day and other events, as required. Promoting the general progress and well-being of individual pupils. Working closely with pastoral staff over the teaching and learning of pupils and keeping pastoral staff informed of academic issues, potential learning support issues and behavioural concerns. Maintaining good order and discipline among pupils, both within and without the School, enforcing fairly but unequivocally the School's code of conduct and rules. Ensuring that pupils respect school property. Upholding the ethos, purpose and values of the School. Developing a good understanding of policies and procedures within the School and, when required, contributing to policy review and development, in line with the School's Development Plan.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Contract length: 5 months

Pay: 34,342.00-52,162.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme On-site gym Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:

Bath BA2 6HU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person