Due to the yearly growth and expansion of the school from September 2024 onwards, the Governors are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, energetic, enthusiastic and inspirational Leading Practitioner of Maths with a real passion for all aspects of Mathematics, to join this core department.
Worden is a small but oversubscribed school and this position would suit an experienced teacher looking for a new challenge.
The department have been following a Mathematics Mastery curriculum for many years and both the school and department are committed to developing the concrete, pictoral and abstract teaching concepts of Maths.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of Maths and the rest of the department to develop the practice of the department and beyond by sourcing, developing and signposting excellence in Maths curriculum, teaching and learning. You will also continuously update your own and departmental subject and pedagogical knowledge, sharing this throughout the department and leading on whole school and departmental CPD.
If you are a committed professional, enjoy a challenge and are passionate about raising standards and making a difference, you are the person we want working with us.
The successful candidate will:
- Be an outstanding practitioner
- Have a proven track record of success and sustained pupil attainment
- Have the ability to inspire and enthuse pupils to achieve the highest possible standards
-Have the ability to inspire, enthuse and develop staff expertise to ensure that Maths pedagogy is the best it can be.
In return Worden will offer:
-An environment where staff are encouraged to undertake NPQ qualifications
-An environment where high quality research led CPD is undertaken
-An environment where CPD is NEVER refused
-An environment where unnecessary workload is abolished
- A school where local authority terms and conditions are honoured
-A school where staff are supported in all respects by the SLT
Worden is a comprehensive Converter Academy that has a proven track record of sustained improvement and growth. In January 2025 the school underwent a successful, graded inspection. Neil Johnson, OI, confirmed that Academy@Worden continues to be a good school. He also highlighted ‘ The school has designed a broad and ambitious curriculum. It has thought carefully about the knowledge that pupils should learn. The curriculum is ordered sensibly to ensure that pupils have the prior knowledge to learn successfully. Teachers deliver the curriculum clearly using their secure subject knowledge. Typically, teachers use activities that ensure pupils know and remember more. Teachers check what pupils have learned effectively through a range of strategies. Consequently, they have an accurate view of what pupils know and can do before moving on to new learning. ’
Worden is committed to promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will need to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure and appointment will be subject to receipt of suitable references, qualifications and identity checks.
More Information can be found at
Application forms and covering letter can be emailed to the Head's PA head@wordenacademy.co.uk
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Essential Qualifications - Degree in a relevant subject.
- PGCE or equivalent.
- Qualified teacher status (QTS) or ability to work in secondary schools (QTLS).
Desirable Qualifications - Recent Inset in subject related issues.
- A relevant professionally recognised leadership qualification (e.g. NCSL LFTM, Leadership Pathways, NPQ) or the willingness to undertake one.
Essential Experience - An effective teacher with a proven track record of raising attainment with experience in teaching all ability groups.
- Ability to share their experience to sustain a curriculum which is sensitive to the needs of all children.
Desirable Experience - Involvement in whole school/departmental development and improvement.
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For an informal discussion please contact: Headteacher - Mr A Hammersley.