Teacher of Mathematics

Teacher of Maths

We are seeking an inspirational teacher capable of delivering the highest standards of teaching and learning through exceptional classroom practice. The successful candidate will join a highly motivated team of academic teachers and will have the benefit of their own teaching room and use of the latest technology in maths education.

Successful teachers at The Purcell School are committed, industrious and open to development, not only within the confines of the classroom but within the wider musical and boarding life of the School as well. We seek to appoint teachers who are confident and warm, who possess charisma and who recognise that organisation, open-mindedness, structure, clarity, diligence and a sense of vision are vital ingredients in a successful life as a teacher.

In the maths department we develop strong, positive relationships with students and parents and provide a safe and supportive atmosphere in which all students can make progress through their individual learning journey. We aim to think beyond examination results by making use of mentoring schemes, co-curricular projects, competitions and enrichment days. Our small class sizes and sets enable us to create bespoke pathways for our students with high levels of differentiation that lead to outstanding student outcomes. Mathematics is a popular subject at A Level and current experience of teaching A Level is essential as well as experience of teaching students with EAL and SEN provision.

The Maths department has a high profile in the school and our staff work closely together to create new learning opportunities and resources that can be showcased to the rest of the school. As a small team, we can offer a supportive atmosphere that allows each teacher to explore and innovate in a particular area of expertise and there is a strong commitment to continued CPD as an essential way to develop and acquire further skills as a teacher.

The Purcell School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

JOB TITLE: TEACHER OF MATHS

All members of staff are ultimately answerable to the Principal.

Your line manager is the Head of Maths.

You report to other members of staff in the following capacities: Teacher of Maths, to The Vice-Principal.

You will be expected to contribute to the Maths Department co-curricular and teaching and learning projects.

This job specification sets out the duties of the post at the time of drafting. Specific responsibilities are as follows:

FOR ALL TEACHING STAFF

• To plan, implement and deliver an appropriate programme of learning.
• To participate in the School’s appraisal scheme.
• To support and implement the School’s behavioural policy.
• To monitor students’ attendance at lessons and to liaise with the Vice-Principal when difficulties arise.
• To assist in providing cover for absent colleagues.
• To supervise students during internal and external examinations.
• To supervise students during breaks on a duty rota.
• To attend assemblies.
• To attend the weekly staff meeting and other relevant meetings by arrangement.
• To attend Parents’ Evenings.
• To participate in School Inset meetings.
• To contribute to the School’s extra-curricular and/or boarding provision.
• To assist occasionally at whole school events.