Second in Mathematics: KS5 Coordinator

What we’re looking for

Our Maths department has exceptional expertise, consequently we are able to be flexible in whether we appoint an ECT, an experienced teacher or an aspirant Subject Leader looking for a second in department role. To be clear, we are advertising for either a Maths teacher or a Second in department.

We aim to challenge, inspire and raise aspirations. We credit our success to our collaborative atmosphere, working together to provide shared lesson resources and to support one another in improving our teaching. Through innovative and inspiring curricular we enthuse passion at subject level and beyond. We are proud to provide a nurturing environment that allows students to become curious, resilient and confident individuals.

We are looking for a self‑motivated and proactive individual who is empathetic and welcoming and able to build a rapport and trust with staff and students, shares our passion for providing students an outstanding education, believes wholeheartedly in our vision and is committed to delivering Denmark Road 365.

Second in Mathematics: KS5 Coordinator (0.8 – full time)

Reports to:

ASL Mathematics and Computing

Allowance: TLR 2a

• Family friendly and flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced leave benefits
• Policies and practice to promote reduced workload
• Regular staff social events
• Values driven organisation
• Online mental wellbeing community
• Access to counselling
• Supervision for pastoral leads
• Leadership coaching
• Professional and personal training and development
• Time off for training and development
• Curricular and professional networks
• Access to career appropriate National Professional Qualifications
• Competitive salaries
• Continued recognition of National Terms and Conditions
• Teachers’ Pension and Local Government Pension Schemes

• Lead, manage and develop specified areas of the KS5 Mathematics Curriculum as directed by the ASL for Mathematics
• Support in raising standards for provision and outcomes for post‑16 Mathematics qualifications
• Work with the ASL for Mathematics & Computing to ensure the provision of an appropriate broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for KS5 Mathematics
• Work with other Mathematics leaders to develop the vision for Mathematics in school
• Maintain high standards of teaching and learning across Key Stage 5 in Maths through continuously developing and enhancing the quality of teaching and learning
• Maintain expert knowledge of Teaching and Learning at KS5, keeping abreast of the latest research and publications, attending courses and disseminating best practice to department members
• Develop and enhance the teaching practice of others including a mentor/coach role for ITT/ECT students within the department

• Work with colleagues to formulate aims, objectives and strategic plans for KS5 Mathematics developments in school
• Assist in leading the development of appropriate syllabi, resources, schemes of learning, assessment and teaching and learning strategies in KS5 Mathematics
• Promote Mathematics activities amongst staff, parents/carers and students
• Implement School Policies and Procedures, e.g. Homework Policy, Marking Policy, Behaviour Policy
• Ensure that Health and Safety policies and practices, including Risk Assessments, are updated and in line with national requirements, liaising with the School’s Health and Safety Manager

• Lead developments in KS5 Mathematics activities and Curriculum Area
• Keep up to date with national developments in areas responsible for and teaching practices and methodologies, adapting policy and practice accordingly
• Actively monitor and respond to Mathematics developments and initiatives at national, regional and local levels
• Ensure colleagues are fully aware of national developments in Mathematics
• liaise with the ASL for Mathematics to ensure delivery of an appropriate, comprehensive, high‑quality Mathematics programme that complements the School’s Strategic and Development Plan
• Actively promote Mathematics competitions within the curriculum and take the lead on one or two per annum

• Implement school quality assurance procedures and ensure…