Lead Teacher of Mathematics - Full-time

The Lenham School, Maidstone

• Ref:KCC886-4015-242L
• Posted:24/04/2024
• Pay:MPS/UPS + TLR 1A £9,272
• Start Date:September 2024
• App Close Date:09/05/2024 at 12:00
• Interviews:TBC

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Main Pay Scale/Upper Pay Scale  + TLR 1a £9,272– Full time post

START DATE – September 2024

CLOSING DATE: Midday Thursday, 9 May 2024

The Lenham School is an OFSTED GOOD school who are committed to recruiting exciting teachers to join and complement our successful Maths Department. This is a wonderful opportunity for an enthusiastic Lead Teacher of Maths to join a growing Trust with an established staff body, and strong department with a good spread of experience.

The role is for a committed and motivated professional who would like to work in a school that provides a wealth of opportunities for both its students and staff, along with wanting to be part of a friendly, team-based workforce.

As this is a Lead Teacher role this post would be suitable for an experienced teacher looking for leadership responsibilities across the school.

Our Headteacher, Mr Ferguson will warmly welcome an informal discussion about the post if you wish, please contact Mrs Nicky Wheeler by email on recruitment@thelenham.viat.org.uk providing a telephone number on which we can contact you.

We are a dedicated, collaborative team of professionals who enjoy welcoming new staff, new ideas and fresh input. Opportunities, including career progression, are actively sought for all staff across the school. Collaboration with like-minded colleagues across the Multi-Academy Trust (VIAT) is set up to provide networking, support, quality assurance and friendship.

The closing date is 12 noon on Thursday, 9 May 2024, however, please note the Trust has the right to appoint at any point before the closing date.

Please submit completed applications to recruitment@thelenham.viat.org.uk

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. As part of the shortlisting process, the Trust reserves the right to conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and any relevant information found concerning a candidate's suitability to work with children will be discussed.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

A copy of our school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy can be found attached.

Valley Invicta Academies Trust expects every employee to take responsibility for promoting a culture that values and respects difference. We welcome applications from all diverse and ethnic groups.

If you require access arrangements to complete an application form, please contact the Trust who will support you i.e., large print, coloured forms.

Information about the school

The Lenham School is a mixed secondary school, with a growing Sixth Form, in the heart of the community. The school is determined to deliver outstanding progress and outcomes for students, who are encouraged to thrive as part of a cohesive and tolerant community with the highest possible aspirations for themselves and others.

Students at The Lenham School experience a high quality ‘Mastery Curriculum’ and students and staff access extensive digital resources using their individual mobile devices. The curriculum provides personalised learning pathways and student progress is monitored using a Mastery Assessment system.

The school benefits from a state-of-the-art Science block and a large outdoor space, with a range of sports facilities.

The Lenham School is proud to have achieved the Wellbeing Award.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs Nicky Wheeler, PA to Headteacher.
• Address:Ham Lane, Lenham, Maidstone , Kent, ME17 2LL
• Telephone: 03033030000 Option 9
• Email: recruitment@thelenham.viat.org.uk

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Lead Teacher of Mathematics Job Description & Person Specification
• Recruitment of Ex-offenders Policy
• Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy 23-24