Head of Maths

Due to the relocation of the current Head of Maths, we have an exciting opportunity available: Head of Maths MPS T1 - T9 (£31,650 - £49,084) Plus, TLR 1c (£12,035) 1.0 FTE Permanent Contract Required Summer Term 2025 (preferable) (September 2025 would be considered for the right candidate) Are you prepared to work collaboratively and openly for the benefit of young people? If so, Canon Slade School would love to hear from you! We are a very popular and successful Church of England Academy of 1,760 students (335 in the Sixth Form). Our students progress onto world-class universities and institutions to further study or gain apprenticeships and employment. Our aim is to fulfil individual potential and prepare pupils for life in a rapidly changing world by providing an excellent education within a Christian environment. Canon Slade School is a member of the Bishop Fraser Trust, a C of E multi academy trust established in 2017. This is an exciting time to join us as it provides a great opportunity to work closely with the other three High Schools in the MAT - St James's C of E High School, Bolton St Catherine's Academy and Bury C of E High School; sharing good practice and building on our ongoing progress. Main Duties:

• to be responsible and accountable for all aspects of the leadership and management of the department, with particular emphasis on the progress of all students and their achieving excellent results; the design and delivery of the curriculum, the quality of teaching and learning in every lesson in the department, dealing with matters of student behaviour and rewards; the leadership of the department team, celebrating excellence, dealing with less good performance, and ensuring high quality professional development for all.
• to take a leading role in the upholding and promoting of the Christian ethos of the school.
The successful candidate will be someone who:
• Is a well-qualified, highly motivated and enthusiastic Head of Department. They will require great organisational skills and demonstrate excellent subject knowledge and a passion for Maths;
• Is someone who has an excellent track record in their own work and in leading and inspiring others;
• Is someone who is pupil centred and motivates pupils to strive for excellence;
• Is a leader with a strong ethos and vision, who demonstrates emotional intelligence, is solution focused and has the desire to continue the development of our strong team of staff;
• Is someone who is committed to their own professional development.
• Is an enthusiastic and innovative team player with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to achieving high standards within a successful department
• Has a clear understanding of the characteristics of high-quality teaching and be able willing to teach across the whole age and ability range
• Will quickly build rapport and effective professional relationships with both our young people and colleagues
• Understands that behaviour management starts with the quality of teaching in the classroom
• Demonstrates personal resilience and role model those personal qualities we wish to instill in our young people
In return we can offer:
• A supportive and encouraging staff team
• Great CPD and career development opportunities across the MAT
• A paid premium to a Healthcare Cash Plan to claim back contributions towards dental, optical and other medical costs
• 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Fantastic facilities
Application information: For more information visit our website www.canon-slade.bolton.sch.uk or contact our Business Operations Team on or by emailing HR@canon-slade.bolton.sch.uk To apply please complete the attached application form and email to recruitment@thebishopfrasertrust.co.uk - please do not send CV's as they will not be considered. The Bishop Fraser Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview. Closing Date: Tuesday 26th November 2024 at 9.00am Interviews: TBC


• Is a well-qualified, highly motivated and enthusiastic Head of Department. They will require great organisational skills and demonstrate excellent subject knowledge and a passion for Maths;
• Is someone who has an excellent track record in their own work and in leading and inspiring others;
• Is someone who is pupil centred and motivates pupils to strive for excellence;
• Is a leader with a strong ethos and vision, who demonstrates emotional intelligence, is solution focused and has the desire to continue the development of our strong team of staff;
• Is someone who is committed to their own professional development.
• Is an enthusiastic and innovative team player with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to achieving high standards within a successful department
• Has a clear understanding of the characteristics of high-quality teaching and be able willing to teach across the whole age and ability range
• Will quickly build rapport and effective professional relationships with both our young people and colleagues
• Understands that behaviour management starts with the quality of teaching in the classroom
• Demonstrates personal resilience and role model those personal qualities we wish to instill in our young people
  
  In return we can offer:
• A supportive and encouraging staff team
• Great CPD and career development opportunities across the MAT
• A paid premium to a Healthcare Cash Plan to claim back contributions towards dental, optical and other medical costs
• 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Fantastic facilities