We are looking for candidates with a proven track record of enhancing the quality of teaching and learning through imparting detailed subject knowledge via the delivery of innovative and inspirational lessons. We are particularly keen to hear from applicants who: can work collaboratively with colleagues on the implementation of schemes of work to support student progress are familiar with, and take into account, students’ prior levels of attainment, using them to plan lessons and set challenging, but achievable targets for future improvements set high expectations for students’ behaviour by establishing a purposeful working atmosphere that is conducive to learning analyse data on student progress, achievement and attainment in line with school policy and practice make the education of students their first concern and thrive on being accountable for achieving the highest possible standards of work and conduct are keen to play an active role in the wider school community, supporting our ethos and values We have a strong, approachable and innovative team of mathematicians with a range of experience in secondary education and responsibilities within the school. This includes multiple members of the department with experience mentoring PGCE and ECT teachers to become outstanding practitioners and leaders. We really support one another, regularly sharing ideas and good practice and constantly seeking to improve our delivery of the maths curriculum, via subject specific CPD. We work collaboratively to get the best results for all of our students; which includes using research to support our best practice. Rosenshine’s principles are at the forefront of our pedagogy and teaching and learning discussions. As a department we use cognitive load theory to inform our prior knowledge checks and planning. In addition, we agree with the research that mixed attainment teaching produces better outcomes for all students, especially those who were prior mid to higher achieving. It also increases students' confidence in the subject due to the lack of a ‘label’ on their ability. We have changed the KS4 approach slightly and teach the curriculum in the two tier options for students; foundation and higher. We follow the White Rose Curriculum for all year groups for multiple reasons. It provides a mastery curriculum which lends itself to the new GCSE (9-1) examinations and increases the opportunities for students to learn through mathematical talk and questioning. It also provides visual scaffolds & stretch and challenge resources which aids mixed attainment teaching. We supplement our planning with resources from a myriad of sources including Variation Theory, Diagnostic Questions, Boss Maths, Corbett Maths, Resourceaholic and JustMaths. Lessons are centrally planned, thus reducing individual workload and furthering collaborative conversations. We plan a wide range of differentiation options for delivery, so staff can then adapt and personalise the lessons for the classes in front of them. We also love to make use of effective online tools such as MathsBot (manipulatives), Desmos, Geogebra and Sparx Maths as the students can access these on their chromebooks in class. All of our lessons start with knowledge recall, and are taught through structured mathematical talk and questioning, giving students the chance to delve deeper into understanding new concepts and make links between different areas of maths. We also use a range of methods such as mini white boards, multiple choice and diagnostic questions to check for understanding and inform us how to differentiate the next steps for students. Furthermore, pre and post quizzes are used to assess the student's starting point and directly track their progress. This academic year our school expanded to Year 12 and we have three A-Level maths classes and a thriving Further maths class running – and a real focus on KS5 CPD to ensure our teaching and learning at this level is top notch. In addition to running enriching trips each year, we actively participate in UKMT and HfL Maths Challenges, and use our period 7 and lunchtime clubs to further promote and develop more complex mathematical problems. One of our team of ten will be off on maternity leave from Summer 2025 and we are looking to fill her role from September 2025 to March 2026 when she returns. We are looking for a teacher who is engaging, enthusiastic and motivated, to be a part of our team to achieve great things. As an expanding school it is highly possible there will be further opportunities for a role after March 2026 for the right candidate. Your key accountabilities as a teacher at Katherine Warington School are to: Teaching and Learning 1. Plan and deliver lessons in accordance with the school policy on teaching and learning 2. Collaborate with partners to implement schemes of work, ensuring that these support good learning and good student progress 3. Set appropriate and demanding expectations for students' learning, motivation and presentation of work 4. Liaise with relevant colleagues on the planning of units of work for collaborative delivery 5. Contribute to departmental development plans 6. Work in collaboration with Teaching Assistants and other adults who may attend lessons to support students 7. Know, and take account of, students' prior levels of attainment and use them to plan lessons and set targets for future improvements 8. Set work for students absent from school for health and disciplinary reasons Maintain good discipline by adherence to advice given to staff in the staff handbook and elsewhere 10. Set high expectations for students' behaviour by establishing a purposeful working atmosphere in accordance with the school's behaviour code Assessment, Recording and Reporting 1. Maintain notes and plans of lessons undertaken, and records of students' work 2. Mark, monitor and return work within a reasonable and agreed time span in accordance with the school marking and assessment policy, providing constructive oral and written feedback and clear targets for future learning as appropriate 3. Analyse data on student progress, achievement and attainment in line with school policy and practice 4. Complete student reports and progress grades in line with policy and as specified in the published calendar 5. Attend appropriate parents' evenings to keep parents informed as to the progress of their child 6. Be familiar with the Code of Practice for identification and assessment of Special Education Needs and keep appropriate records on Individual Education Plans for students Pastoral Responsibility 1. Undertake responsibility for a group of students as required 2. Be the first point of contact for parents of students in the group, liaising with other staff as appropriate 3. Communicate regularly with the Head of Year about any issues or concerns about individual students or the tutor group as a whole 4. Monitor (and set targets for) the social and academic progress of individuals in the tutor group and be prepared to discuss these with parents 5. Be prepared to deliver the tutorial programme registration as required by the school 6. Promote good attendance and monitor this in accordance with the school's attendance policy, ensuring that the school's Attendance Manager receives information promptly and accurately 7. Attend assemblies with students and encourage them to take an active role in presenting assemblies Professional Standards 1. Make the education of students your first concern and be accountable for achieving the highest possible standards of work and conduct 2. Support the aims of the school and endeavour to promote our development as a learning community 3. Treat all members of the school community with respect and consideration 4. Treat all students fairly, consistently and without prejudice 5. Set a good example to students in terms of appropriate dress, standards of punctuality and attendance 6. Promote the aims of the school by attendance at and participation in events such as open evenings and options evenings (as appropriate to your responsibilities) 7. Support the ethos of the school by upholding the behaviour code, uniform regulations etc 8. Take responsibility for your own professional development and participate in staff training when provided together with seeking out other opportunities 9. Reflect on your own practice as well as the practice of the school with the aim of continuous improvement 10. Read and adhere to the various policies of the Trust as expressed in the School Development Plan, the Staff Handbook, subject area/year group documentation, etc 11. Participate in the management of the school by attending various meetings according to the schedule 12. Participate in school and departmental evaluation and programme for monitoring teaching and learning 13. Ensure that all deadlines are met as published in the school calendar 14. Undertake professional duties that may be reasonably assigned to by the Headteacher 15. Be proactive and take responsibility for matters relating to Health and Safety School Duties 1. To undertake duties before school and during breaks, on a rota basis 2. To set cover work when on leave of absence 3. To play a full part in the life of the school community, supporting our ethos and values This job description provides an indication of the general purpose, level of responsibility and duties associated with the role. However, these may be subject to periodic review (in consultation with the post holder) and could vary from time to time without changing their character or general level of responsibility in accordance with the operational requirements of the school. As such, the post holder may be expected to comply with any reasonable request to undertake commensurate work of a similar level, or any lesser duties that are not specified in this job description.