Teacher of Mathematics

SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated, dynamic and enthusiastic Teacher of Mathematics to join our brilliant community of staff and students for a maternity cover position.Our school has been judged ‘Outstanding’ in all areas by Ofsted in our most recent inspection, and we are proud to be making a significant difference in the lives of young people in South London, supporting them to access university and achieve social mobility. This is an exciting, inspiring and rewarding place to work.Main Areas of ResponsibilityThe Purpose Of Your Role Will BeTo implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students and to support a designated curriculum area as appropriate.To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a teacher/form tutorTo facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potentialTo contribute to raising standards of student attainmentTo share and support the academy's responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growthYour main areas of responsibility will fall under the areas of:Operational and strategic planning (including lesson planning, developing resources and syllabuses, and contributing to the departmental plan)Curriculum planningStaff development (including continuing professional development and engaging fully in the Performance Management Review process)Quality assurance (including contributing to the process of monitoring and evaluating the subject area)Management of information (including maintaining appropriate records and tracking student progress)Communications with students, parents and other stakeholdersPastoral system (including being a form tutor to a selected group of students)Teaching, ensuring a high quality learning experience for studentsQualifications & ExperienceThe successful candidate will:Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degreeHave successful teaching experience at secondary level (can be teaching practice), ideally including experience in multi-ethnic urban schools and of working in a 16-19 settingUnderstand the theory and practice of effective teaching and learningUnderstand the importance of high expectations and equality of access for all students, and of being a tutorHave knowledge of National Curriculum requirements at KS5 and of writing lesson plans, developing resources and assessing students' workBe able to work as part of a team and to develop and maintain positive relationships with all staffHave a good level of ICT skills, ideally including innovative use of interactive white boardsBe able to create a motivating and safe learning environment for all studentsBe able to communicate positively with parents, carers and other external agencies where necessaryHave good written and spoken communication skillsBe able to lead and manage their own work effectivelyHave excellent time management skillsBe able to motivate students and raise their aspirations through a range of strategiesRewards & BenefitsOur people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.Safeguarding NoticeThe Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.Equal OpportunitiesThe Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.About UsCome and work with an inspiring community of students and help shift the trajectory of their lives.We are not your average Sixth Form. Our job is to provide our students with an education that combines academic rigor with character education and the cultural capital our students need to thrive in their next steps. Sixth Form encompasses the step from childhood to adulthood and Harris Clapham Sixth Form enables the young people of South London to make that step successfully by offering an excellent academic and general vocational education.Our emblem is the eagle, and we invite students to come as they are, and we will help them to fly. At the heart of everything we do lie our values of courage, confidence and commitment (we call this the Clapham Character). As well as a first-class academic experience, we know that students need to develop character to go on to be successful. We help them to develop the courage to step into the unknown and face new challenges, the commitment to their own future which they show through hard work and consistency and the confidence to develop as a leader.A love of learning and a commitment to the transformational power of education is at our core. We not only aim to empower students with the knowledge and skills that they need to realise their potential, but also help them to develop as leaders and exceptional communicators who have the confidence to challenge and think critically.We have recently been judged outstanding in all areas by Ofsted. Inspectors said that 'students thrive at the sixth form because they have extensive opportunities to develop their character and interests', that they 'become more independent and highly motivated to improve' and are 'extremely happy with the high-quality teaching they receive'. Character education was also praised, and students' behaviour described as 'impeccable'.You can read the full report here.Our staff are happy and work hard to support each other and spread joy. We listen to them and aim to create a kind and empowered working environment. Fantastic positive working relationships between staff and students also helps this. We think it is a lovely place to work.