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Mathematics Co-ordinator - Full-time

Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre, Tenterden

  • Ref:KCC886-5408-401T
  • Posted:09/02/2017
  • Pay:MPS/UPS & TLR 2C (£2640)
  • Start Date:Apr 2017
  • App Close Date:12/03/2017 at 23:45
  • Interviews:W/C 13th March 2017

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Key Stage 5 Co-ordinator of Mathematics

TLR2C (£2640)

Required for April or September 2017

 

 

Use your passion and excitement for your subject as Key Stage 5 Co-ordinator of Mathematics at Homewood School.  We are “A good School in all aspects” OFSTED October 2012 and you can ensure all students not only achieve well but develop an enjoyment of the subject by joining our team of mathematicians who specialise in all disciplines.

 

You will take a lead role within the Mathematics department, working alongside the other TLR post-holders to deliver the curriculum. The role will include overseeing the development of the KS5 scheme of work, exam entries and revision sessions, GCSE re-sits, student data spreadsheets alongside undertaking observations of KS5 lessons. Leading by example, the post-holder will provide motivation and inspiration to both staff and students.  Working closely with the Principal Teacher Maths you will attend departmental, staff and training sessions and ensure all aspects of the departmental development plan are delivered.  The successful candidate will be a facilitator of people at all levels and will develop strategies and initiatives that have longevity, relevance and meaning throughout the whole school. The Performance Management of some staff will be integral to the post.

 

In return, you will enjoy a unique working environment in the heart of the Weald of Kent, discounts and offers with Kent Rewards.  We invest in our staff and you will be given a full induction programme and the support you require to further progress wherever you are in your career. All teaching staff are provided with an Apple device. And there is an independent nursery based on the school site which offers discounts to Homewood Staff.

 

You’ll need to impress us from the outset so please detail your successes in your covering letter.

 

An application form and more information can be accessed on the following websitewww.homewood-school.co.uk

Information about the school

Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre is a mixed 11 – 18 wide ability school with Academy status with 2000 students including 350 in the Sixth Form. We are part of Tenterden Schools’ Trust working in collaboration with local primary schools and nurseries serving the Wealden town of Tenterden and the surrounding villages. The school is situated on the edge of Tenterden and enjoys a large semi-rural site overlooking open countryside. Home Farm Nursery is based in the grounds of Homewood School.

Homewood has excellent facilities for all its students and our specialisms in Performing Arts, Applied Learning and the Rural Dimension underpin our approaches to learning which are designed to raise achievement across the whole student body. We aim to maintain and develop the cultural aspirations of the school community in line with our priorities of “belonging” and “respect” and offer a broad range of curriculum opportunities in all subject areas. This also extends into the local community through partnerships across primary, secondary and higher education sectors as well as non-educational community partners.

Homewood provides a secure and caring learning environment in which all students can flourish and succeed. It is a school renowned for its support for students’ wellbeing. Heads of Community provide academic and pastoral leadership for the students in their Community, supported by dedicated form tutors, a Family Liaison Officer and Assistant Head of Community. A range of other staff including counsellors and a qualified nurse help and support the students through their time at Homewood. Consideration and respect for each other is central to our work and we are justly proud of our students’ achievements.

I hope you will be inspired to submit an application to join us. If you are successful, you can be assured of a very warm welcome and a real opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the young people of this part of Kent.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Sam Stevens
  • Address:Homewood School And Sixth Form Cent, Ashford Road, Tenterden, Kent, TN30 6LT
  • Telephone: 01580764222
  • Email: s.stevens@homewood.kent.sch.uk

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.