Teacher of Mathematics
The North Halifax Grammar School
Calderdale
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2015
- Apply by:
- 7 May 2015
Job overview
An enthusiastic and committed graduate teacher of Mathematics is required. An ability to teach at all key stages is essential. The successful candidate will be joining an outstanding department. There is a strong take up for the subject at KS5 where we offer Edexcel A level Mathematics and Further Mathematics. The results are excellent.
Our students are highly motivated and have a strong desire to learn. They have a positive approach to their own learning which enables excellent progress to be achieved. The most recent Ofsted report (2011) confirmed this.
“The students’ outstanding behaviour, supported by a calm, studious and very caring school environment enables them to achieve results in their examinations at GCSE and A level which are significantly above the national averages. Inspectors noted many occasions where students’ thoughtful behaviour made an outstanding contribution to the learning taking place in classrooms. Students quickly focused on tasks, responded promptly to requests from their teachers and were very willing to support the learning of others. Attendance and punctuality are excellent”
The successful candidate will:
- Be able to consistently demonstrate effective teaching & learning
- Have experience of raising attainment and making progress
- Have high expectations for all students
- Be a strong team player
- Have excellent communication skills
- Be able to enthuse and motivate all students
In return, the successful candidate can expect full support and continuing professional development. We offer a professionally stimulating working environment where teachers have the opportunity to make a huge impact on the lives of our committed and co-operative students.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will need to undertake a CRB enhanced clearance, including checks with past employers.
Application forms and further details of the post are available to download from the school website www.nhgs.co.uk or by emailing Mrs K Morris, Personnel Officer at recruitment@nhgs.co.uk.
Closing date: on Thursday 7 May 2015 noon.
Interviews will be held the week commencing 18 May 2015.
The North Halifax Grammar School
Specialist Science Academy
Moorbottom Road, Illingworth, Halifax, HX2 9SU.
Internet: www.nhgs.co.uk.
Tel (01422) 244625
Fax (01422) 245237
Co-educational 11-18 Grammar School
(1131 students 360 in the Sixth Form)
About The North Halifax Grammar School
- The North Halifax Grammar School
- Moorbottom Road, Illingworth, Halifax
- West Yorkshire
- HX2 9SU
- United Kingdom
The North Halifax Grammar School, is a mixed selective school which has joint admissions arrangements with a partner grammar school in Halifax.
The school has an impressive record of attainment at GCSE and at A Level. One third of Year 13 students secured places at Russell Group universities in 2012.
The school was judged Good with an Outstanding Sixth Form in its last inspection in November 2023. Their report described the school as “ambitious and caring” and said “students receive high levels of academic and pastoral support”. "As a result, relationships between students and staff are warm and respectful,” said the report. "This helps to promote a positive culture in the school.” Of particular note was the frequent use of the word ‘joy’ to describe the experience of being in the school.
The school benefits from an experienced and focused Governance Board and exceptionally supportive parents. The school buildings have undergone major improvement and development including the addition of a state of the art sports hall.
The North Halifax Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all applicants to the school undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
North Halifax Grammar School knows that diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We therefore encourage applications from all eligible candidates, including those who are likely to be underrepresented in the NHGS workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ people
Further information about the school and what we have to offer including any current vacancies can be found by visiting our website at www.nhgs.co.uk
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