Barnes Wallis Academy is now recruiting for a Teacher of Maths (Maternity Cover).
This role could be your next career opportunity.
If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.
We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.
About the role
Fixed Term until May 2026, Full Time Teaching Hours. 32.5 hours per week and 52 weeks per year
* Love your subject. Stay invested in it, taking your own professional development seriously.
* Deliver the curriculum as relevant to the age and ability group/subject/s that you teach.
* Be responsible for the preparation and development of teaching materials, teaching programmes and pastoral arrangements as appropriate.
* Do all you can to ensure that, as a result of your teaching (and tutoring), your students achieve well relative to their prior attainment, making progress as good as or better than similar students nationally and in the Academy.
* Be aware of pupils’ prior knowledge and plan teaching and scaffold appropriately to build on this demonstrating knowledge and understanding of how pupils learn.
* Have a clear understanding of the needs of the pupils you teach, including those with special educational needs; EAL; SEND; and be able to use and teaching approaches to effectively support them.
* Establish a safe, purposeful and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect and the academy framework for discipline with a range of strategies, using praise, sanctions and rewards consistently and fairly.
* Communicate with parents and carers over pupils' progress and participate in parent workshops, parents' evenings and other whole school events.
* To do all that you should to ensure that you safeguard and promote the welfare of students in the Academy.
Who we are looking for
* Relevant Subject Degree at BA or above.
* Qualified Teacher Status
* Evidence of applying continued professional development.
* Understanding of the current curriculum discussions within your subjects.
* The ability to quickly establish positive relationships with pupils and parents.
* Able to show evidence of the use of technology within teaching.
* A thorough up to date knowledge of the range of teaching, learning and behaviour management strategies and how to implement them effectively.
* Well-motivated, enthusiastic with a can-do attitude.
* Honesty and integrity.
* Good organisation and time management skills.
Salary & Benefits
* M1 - UPS 3 £31,650 - £49,084 FTE per annum
* Access to Teachers Pension Scheme
* CPD and Knowledge Development Courses
* Enhanced ECT Scheme including ongoing coaching and mentoring for all teachers
* Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
* Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
* Awards and Recognition Scheme
* Flexible working patterns
* Benefits Platform
* Holiday discounts
* Cinema tickets
* Restaurant booking discounts
* Cycle to Work Scheme
Apply now
To complete our on-line application form, please use the ‘apply here’ button.
Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.
The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.
It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.
The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.
All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.
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