Lead Teacher of Mathematics

Lead Teacher of Mathematics, Durham

Are you an outstanding practitioner or Head of Department looking to make the move into senior leadership?

Governors are seeking to appoint an outstanding teacher of Mathematics who is forward thinking, innovative and with ambition and moral purpose to support the development of our students. With successful experience of leadership in developing the quality of Teaching and Learning and promoting student progress, the appointed candidate will support the Faculty Leader for Mathematics and work in collaboration with the Assistant Headteacher: Teaching and Learning/CPD. As part of the Leadership Team, the post-holder will have responsibility for aspects of some whole school priorities, primarily improving the quality of Teaching and Learning and whole school numeracy.

This is an opportunity to be part of the leadership of the school at an exciting time. School accommodation will be significantly remodelled from 2014, for opening in September 2015. The Mathematics Faculty will move to new accommodation. There is a clear focus on Teaching and Learning and we will celebrate our 400th anniversary in 2014.

We welcome applications regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity or religion. Our school is also committed to the protection and safety of its students. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure DBS check.

Durham County Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We want to develop a more diverse workforce and we positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. Applicants with disabilities will be invited for interview if the essential job criteria are met.

To request an application pack please contact Mrs Gillian Norbury, PA to Headteacher on 01388 527302 / email g.norbury100@wolsinghamschool.net  

To arrange a visit or to discuss the post please contact Mr Lee Elliott, Deputy Headteacher on 01388 527302 / email l.elliott100@wolsinghamschool.net.

Closing Date: 12 noon - Friday 25th April 2014
Shortlist: Monday 28th April 2014
Interviews: Wednesday 7th May 2014

WOLSINGHAM SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Leazes Lane, Wolsingham, Bishop Auckland, Co. Durham, DL13 3DN
Telephone 01388 527302
11-19 Mixed Comprehensive
704 on roll (Sixth Form 107)
Headteacher: Mrs Deborah Merrett