Subject Leader for Mathematics

Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar, Alford are looking to appoint a full-time Subject Leader for Mathematics for September 2023.

Ideally we are looking for a colleague who is:

• A qualified teacher and outstanding practitioner
• A talented and dynamic teacher who can teach at KS3, KS4 and KS5.
• Energetic and has the ability to inspire and motivate students and colleagues alike.
• Keen to join a successful and collaborative department with good resources, with a desire to develop and bring new ideas to the department.

In return we can offer a workplace with experienced, supportive and professional colleagues dedicated to delivering the best education possible.

We aim to develop all our staff to their full potential and offer opportunity for continued professional development.

The Mathematics department attains excellent results with experienced, supportive staff. It currently comprises a subject leader, one full time teacher and two part time teachers.

We follow the Edexcel exam board and are embedding the Mastery approach across KS3 and KS4.

The department aims to provide depth and opportunity for all students whilst working towards producing competent and confident mathematicians who are resilient and resourceful, keen and happy to work on mathematical problems, whether in a mathematics lesson or beyond, and working towards more independent learning.

Queen Elizabeth’s is a Selective Academy, currently having 530 pupils on roll and is located in the small, rural town of Alford.

Queen Elizabeth’s is a very friendly and caring community in which pupils are known and valued individually. The atmosphere is calm, happy and purposeful; standards of attainment and behaviour are high, and we are proud of our reputation as one of the top schools in the East Midlands whilst offering a holistic, supportive approach to education.

Applications are welcome from ECTS and MPS teachers. For further details about the school please visit our website, http://www.queenelizabeths.co.uk/www.qegs.co.uk

For an application form please contact Mrs A Duff (PA to the Headteacher) on 01507 462403 or a.duff@queenelizabeths.co.uk or visit our school website Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar - home (queenelizabeths.co.uk)

The deadline for applications is Wednesday 22 March 2023 at 12 noon

Aim to interview on Tuesday 28 March 2023

Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks in line with KCSIE 2022 will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. 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. The post is subject to an enhanced Disclosures and Barring Service clearance.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.

All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.