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Teacher of Mathematics

Teacher of Mathematics

The Downs School

West Berkshire

Salary:
Mainscale
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
September 2015
Apply by:
30 March 2015

Job overview

The Post

Applications are invited for the above post from September 2015.  It is a permanent and full time position.

We are seeking to appoint a passionate, talented and outstanding Maths teacher to teach across all the Key Stages. The mathematics faculty is a closely knit team comprised of seven full-time and two part-time teachers.. Seven mathematics teaching rooms are available, grouped around a central office and a resource room.

The faculty is thriving and successful with examination results well above the national average. A variety of extra-curricular activities are offered to pupils including the UK mathematical challenge, a Maths Club and an internal Maths Award for all ability groups.

There is also a vacancy within school for a Head of Year which may be of interest to any prospective candidate (but not an essential part of the post).  This post carries a TLR2c (£6,322).

Our School

The School Vision is striving for excellence in learning through Resilience, Responsibility and Respect.
 
The Downs School is a co-educational, comprehensive school serving the scattered rural community of the Berkshire Downs and beyond.  The location is situated in the with good road links to Newbury, Reading, Didcot and Oxford - situated 10 minutes from the A34.We offer a broad and balanced curriculum and are firmly committed to establishing first class standards and are proud of our achievements. Our expectations are high and this is reflected in our very successful academic record.

The School was inspected in June 2013 under the new framework and was judged 'Outstanding.'  The Downs School is a stimulating and friendly environment work in and also offers an excellent established induction and CPD programme to support staff.

Application forms can be downloaded from our website: www.thedownsschool.org

All applications must be on the school application form and supported by a covering letter, addressed to the Headteacher, outlining suitability for the post.  Please send your completed application form to Mrs I Waite HR Officer. Alternatively, you can email your completed application to: iwaite@thedownsschool.org

Closing date: 30th March 2015
Interviews to be held during the week commencing 20th April 2015.

The Downs School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The Downs School
Compton
Newbury                
Berkshire                       
RG20 6AD        
        
Tel:  01635 270000
Fax: 01635 579084
Email:     iwaite@thedownsschool.org
Website: www.thedownsschool.org


 

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About The Downs School

About The Downs School

The Downs School and Sixth Form is a co-educational, non-denominational school set in the heart of the West Berkshire Downs. We provide a balanced approach to the pursuit of excellence by offering an interesting, challenging and lively curriculum. Students gain academic, creative, sporting and social skills, both in and out of the classroom, ensuring a well-rounded learning experience for all. We also place a strong emphasis on the partnership between staff, students and parents and respect the trust placed upon us by parents who actively choose our school for their children.

Our Sixth Form is vibrant, welcoming, all-inclusive and purposeful. Staff, students and parents work together to create an environment in which our young people are supported to realise their full potential and achieve their personal goals.

We have a proven track record of success, and our 2021 results maintained our strong tradition of excellence, making us very proud of our students’ achievements. At GCSE, 89% of our students achieved grades A*-C, with 79% of students achieving A*- strong pass and 40% of students achieving grades A*-A. Our A Level results were equally as impressive, with 91% of students achieving A*-C grades, 72% % A*-B grades and 50% A*-A grades.

Values and vision

Our staff are committed to excellence and achievement at all levels and we develop our students into well-rounded young adults, able to venture into a rapidly changing world with confidence and determination. These principles are summed up in our school vision ‘Educating today’s young people for the world of tomorrow.’ Ofsted has judged us as outstanding in every category but we are not a school that wants to stand still. We know that there is always more  to do to ensure that every child’s educational experience is rich, character building and of the highest possible standard. We are striving to beyond outstanding through our philosophy of “Learning together, learning for life.”

We work in partnership with our students who contribute to the decision-making in the school, ensuring they feel valued and confident. Despite our size, we pride ourselves on our small school feel.

Beyond the classroom

Learning extends beyond the classroom to extra-curricular activities and trips, both within the UK and overseas. Lessons are brought to life through a wide range of educational trips; from visiting theatres in London and New York for our Performing Arts students, an annual Geography trip to Iceland and exchange visits for our language students to France. Our Sixth Form students often choose to join the bi-annual skiing trip and there is the opportunity to take part in a major expedition. Past expeditions have travelled to Ecuador, Norway and India.

We also offer other opportunities including inter-house sporting competitions and a variety of lunchtime and after school sport clubs. For those interested in dance, music or drama we offer a number of house competitions through the year and the opportunity to take part in our annual productions which have included Les Miserables and Billy Elliott. We also offer opportunities in debating, public speaking, creative writing and more.

Ofsted

“Students make very rapid progress across all year groups and in a wide range of subjects. The proportions of current Year 11 students making more than expected progress from Key Stage 2 in English and mathematics are very high. Together with students’ very high levels of attainment, this represents outstanding and sustained high achievement throughout Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4."

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Applications closed