Junior School Maths Teacher

The Junior School, for boys aged 7-11, is a happy and highly successful part of one of the country's leading independent day schools; it has around 130-140 pupils in eight forms. The Junior School staff consists of the Head of Junior School, two Deputy Heads, eight form teachers, the Head of JS Sport, a learning support teacher, two teaching assistants, three classroom assistant and two sports interns, as well as a PA to the Head and two receptionists. In addition, members of the senior school Music, Art, DT, Modern Languages, and Sports departments teach some lessons in the Junior School. In J1 and J2 (Years 3 and 4), boys are mostly taught by their form tutor, but as they move into J3 and J4 (Year 5 and 6), teaching becomes more subject specialist. The intimate size of the Junior School helps to create a family-like atmosphere where boys demonstrate a spirit of respect and tolerance. We aim to provide an education which enables each boy to acquire an independent and searching mind, to develop a broad range of extra-curricular interests, and to take pleasure in the life of ideas. Key dispositions such as kindness, perseverance, resilience and teamwork underpin all aspects of Junior School life., The School is seeking to appoint a Junior School Maths Teacher, teaching Years 3-6 and possibly Years 7-8, from 1^st February 2025 or ASAP thereafter. The role could be part-time or full-time and will be a one-year, fixed term role to cover a maternity leave. The role is likely to include acting as the form tutor to a Year 6 group. The role would be suitable for an experienced teacher, an Early Career Teacher (ECT), or someone without a teaching qualification who might be interested in pursuing the School's Waynflete Teaching Certificate, which can lead to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)., The Junior School Maths Teacher will report to the Head of Junior School, and ultimately to the Master., The School aims to offer teaching staff joining the school without a teaching qualification (UQTs) the opportunity to develop their teaching craft and reflect on their professional practice though a structured programme of training and support. For such colleagues, the school offers the Waynflete Teaching Certificate, which may ultimately lead to Qualified Teacher Status through the Assessment Only route offered by the University of Reading.

• show clear commitment to safeguarding children;
• be a well-qualified graduate, ideally in mathematics or a related subject;
• teach and promote maths within the Junior School (Years 3-6) and possibly in Years 7-8
• show clear enthusiasm for teaching Maths to pupils in the Junior School (Years 3-6), and possibly in Years 7-8 in the Senior School;
• plan and prepare lessons that cater for young, bright minds, and celebrate their strengths to encourage a welcoming, positive and valued learning environment;
• teach in an engaging manner in a highly successful Junior School;
• have a clear understanding of how to provide the platforms for each individual child to reach their potential;
• support the progress of all pupils in the Junior School by taking a role in support, enrichment and partnerships sessions;
• set clear expectations for pupil behaviour within an encouraging classroom environment;
• take a keen interest in the welfare of all Junior School pupils and oversee the pastoral wellbeing of boys throughout each day;
• act as the pastoral tutor to a Year 6 Junior School form;
• have a positive, cheerful and caring attitude, with a willingness to become involved in all aspects of life in our busy Junior School, such as games, music, drama, activities and trips;
• have excellent written and spoken communication skills;
• have sound IT skills;
• have the ability to work collaboratively and effectively as part of a wider team;
• display a high level of attention to detail;
• work hard to support pupil progress;
• be willing to take part in continuing professional development;
• respond positively to feedback., Magdalen College School is committed to the safeguarding of pupils, and any offer of employment will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, the receipt of satisfactory references, the school's pre-employment medical questionnaire, plus sight of relevant original ID documentation and degree certificate(s). This role will be in regulated activity and will require a children's barred list check as well as an enhanced DBS check. The enhanced DBS check is due to this role being exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
  
  Magdalen College School, founded in 1480 by William of Waynflete, is one of the country's leading independent day schools. It is situated in an enviable location at the heart of Oxford beside the River Cherwell. Shaped by its Christian Collegiate foundation and links with the university city of which it is part, it aims to inspire in all its pupils a desire to learn, flourish and to serve.
The school will celebrate its 550th anniversary in 2030. The current generation of MCS staff and pupils wish to ensure that we shape a School that is able to flourish for at least another half millennium, and hopefully many more beyond. There are around 980 pupils, boys 7-18 and Sixth Form Girls, and 200 staff who learn and work on the school's central Oxford site.

MCS currently has its own salary scale, and salaries are more generous than those in the maintained sector; there is also a relocation allowance on a sliding scale, by agreement with the Master and Bursar, and dependent on current location. The school also operates a cycle to work scheme, and travel loans are available. MCS offers teaching staff a choice of pension arrangements; a Defined Contribution scheme with an employer contribution of 23.68% or the Teachers' Pension Scheme with a salary sacrifice arrangement. Staff may move between the two schemes as suits their needs. The Master will discuss the pension with any offer of appointment. The school has a fully equipped gym which is available for staff use, and staff may also enjoy access to the University of Oxford's Rosenblatt Swimming Pool. Tennis courts are available, and there is a comprehensive programme of staff sports clubs, including football, climbing, yoga, Pilates, and badminton. Staff also have the opportunity to join choirs and music groups, and to get involved in drama productions. There is a wide range of benefits on offer to staff, including a free lunch during term time, free private health insurance and complimentary use of school sports facilities. Staff are encouraged to make use of the Senior Common Room within and after the school day, as an area for relaxation and shared discussion outside departments. There is also a quiet room located close to the SCR where staff can work and study. Tea and Coffee are served in the SCR at morning break, Lunch is provided in the Dining Hall, and cakes and cut fruit are available in the SCR at the end of the school day. Staff socials, guest nights and Master's Drinks are regular features of each term.