Head of Mathematics

University College School was founded in 1830 to promote principles of liberal scholarship. That remains our first and overriding aim. Intellectual curiosity, breadth of study and independence of mind combine to achieve academic excellence; they are not subordinate to it. UCS remains true to the liberal traditions of its founders and continues to work hard to foster independence of mind among its pupils, to value their individuality and to create a diverse and inclusive community.

Academic results are excellent. Music and drama are very strong at UCS and the school offers an outstanding range of co-curricular activities and enrichment opportunities.

The current vacancy is a permanent full-time post and is an outstanding opportunity to take on the leadership and management of the Mathematics Department within the context of an academically ambitious school. As the Head of Mathematics, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading teaching and learning within the subject, as well as for the management of the department's operations, including resources, budget, assessments, curriculum delivery and co-curricular activities.

The successful applicant will be a strong graduate from a relevant degree course, with a deep passion for their subject, and possess the ability to convey this effectively to pupils across all age groups. They should have the subject knowledge, confidence and ability to stretch and inspire pupils beyond the curriculum both in lessons and in enrichment settings. They will be personally committed to developing a genuine and lasting enthusiasm for Maths in pupils, as well as in preparing them for exam success.

This is an outstanding opportunity to lead and teach Mathematics in a stimulating setting. We welcome equally applications from teachers in the maintained and the independent sectors. A willingness to contribute to the co-curricular life of the school will be an additional and important recommendation. We expect all of our teachers to be Form Tutors.

Mathematics at UCS develops confident, versatile thinkers who approach problem solving with intellectual curiosity and rigour. In years 7 and 8, pupils build fluency and reasoning through a carefully sequenced curriculum that blends algebra, geometry, statistics and number supported by rich tasks that promote discussion and mathematical thinking. At GCSE, pupils follow Edexcel IGCSE. The top sets in Year 11 also prepare for the OCR Additional Mathematics FSMQ with over 90% of pupils achieving an

A. Mathematics is an extremely popular Sixth Form subject ils follow the OCR A specification for A Level Mathematics and Further Mathematics and results are consistently strong with 80% of pupils securing an A or A
* in Further Mathematics. AS Further Mathematics is offered to Single Mathematics pupils where appropriate. The co-curricular life of the department is exceptionally rich. Pupils participate in weekly maths clubs and mentoring. Pupils perform to an outstanding level in a range of national maths competitions including the UKMT challenges and Hans Woyda. Pupils have the opportunity to participate in preparation for STEP and TMUA.

The department champions ambition and curiosity, creating a supportive environment that enables pupils to take intellectual risks and develop as mathematicians.

Mathematics at UCS develops confident, versatile thinkers who approach problem solving with intellectual curiosity and rigour.

In years 7 and 8, pupils build fluency and reasoning through a carefully sequenced curriculum that blends algebra, geometry, statistics and number supported by rich tasks that promote discussion and mathematical thinking. At GCSE, pupils follow Edexcel…