We are looking for a Key Stage 4 Mathematics Coordinator. This is an exciting opportunity to join GLT / Greenshaw High School and become an integral member of the Mathematics department.
Mathematics is a highly successful and very popular A Level subject at Greenshaw with an excellent track record of exam results. Our GCSE outcomes are regularly in the top 10% nationally, and our A Level Maths (and Further Maths) results allow our students to progress to a range of STEM degrees at Russell Group universities, including Cambridge, Bristol and Warwick.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’ .
To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our ‘Why you should work for GLT’ recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.
Main responsibilities:
● Support the Deputy Head of Department’s work on monitoring, evaluating, reviewing and developing the design and delivery of the Key Stage 4 curriculum and Schemes of Work, ensuring that all students at Key Stage 4 are given appropriate levels of academic challenge, in consultation with the Deputy Head of Department.
● Embed the school’s Principles of Great Assessment by developing and maintaining the systematic use of formative and summative assessment that informs Key Stage 4 teaching and learning, including the use of systematic feedback loops to classroom teachers of results from assessment hour. Keep an accurate and up to date database of assessment;
● Support the teachers of Key Stage 4 with behaviour management strategies and procedures;
● Support the Deputy Head of Department’s work to enhance students’ academic performance through the use and review of performance data to identify underperformance and implement interventions.
● Work with the Head of Department to improve the quality of teaching and learning by ensuring that colleagues are guided to select the most appropriate methods to meet the needs of the full range of students and ensure they are supported in developing their teaching, planning and assessment skills;
● Work with the Head of Department to use analysis of results to reflect carefully and critically on teaching and learning strategies and support the Head of Department in planning and delivering CPD sessions;
● Ensure that the required learning resources are in place for Key Stage 4, including homework, textbooks, Morning Maths resources, access to electronic resources and online learning platforms.
You will need:
● Hold an appropriate teaching certificate and Qualified Teacher Status
● Hold a recognised degree (or equivalent) with a good classification in a relevant subject
● Excellent subject knowledge and a genuine passion for teaching your subject
● Detailed knowledge of current curriculum and pedagogical developments in the teaching of your subject and the wider curriculum
● Experience teaching Key Stage 5
● Ability to teach your subject area up to Key Stage 4
● Desire to further raise overall achievement in your subject area through promoting the highest standards of teaching and learning
● A flexible approach to the teaching of your subject that seeks to promote the learning opportunities of all students and to secure the highest possible levels of achievement
● Demonstrate a commitment to following the school’s principles of teaching, learning and assessment
● Have an effective approach to behaviour management, setting the highest standards and behavioural expectations
● Have sound skills as a classroom practitioner
● Willingness to participate in extra-curricular activities
● Willing to take responsibility for professional learning and fully engage in the school’s Professional Growth Programme
● Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents and colleagues
● Able to work effectively within a team and to make an active contribution to the success of the department, including co-planning and peer review
● Ability to teach your subject area up to Key Stage 5
● Have high professional standards and expectations
● Demonstrate a commitment to the role of tutor as a central figure in the life of a student and their parents/guardians
● Ability to appropriately deal with confidential information
● Demonstrate a commitment to comprehensive education and to the active promotion of equal opportunity
● Desire to enhance and develop skills and knowledge through CPD
● Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and development of young people and help demonstrate a positive attitude to helping them achieve their potential
● Recognition of the importance of personal responsibility for Health and Safety
● Commitment to the school’s ethos, aims and its whole community
What’s in it for you:
● Professional development and career progression
● Generous pension scheme
● Blue Light Card
● Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
● An Employee Assistance Programme
● Gym Discounts
● Free eye tests
● Cycle to work scheme
● Green car scheme
● Being part of a great team and expanding organisation
Please download the recruitment pack for further information.
Closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday 26th March 2025. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.