Maths Lead Practitioner

Are you an ambitious Maths teacher looking to take on a role with more responsibility? Would you like to join a school community, which values the development of its teachers and invests heavily in professional growth? We are extremely proud of our Maths Department and are seeking a teacher who can help lead this dynamic team. Investing heavily in staff development, we are committed to supporting our teachers through all stages in their careers.

The Lead Practitioner in Maths will support the Head of Department with a core purpose to develop the quality of teaching and learning in the subject. The role will also involve coaching to develop the practice of members of the Maths team.

We offer:

an open and collaborative community that trusts its teachers, equipping them with the skills and allowing them the freedom to act as valued professionals;outstanding facilities and resources;high quality inset days, bespoke three-year induction programme for new teachers & leadership development programmes;a range of personal benefits, including Cycle to Work Scheme, on site leisure centre and an active staff social committee;rigid procedures for managing behaviour;an Ofsted outstanding School that believes 'better never stops'. Kennet School embraces flexible working, and we are open to discuss possibilities for flexible working across all positions. All reasonable adjustments may be discussed during interview. For further insight into this role and working at Kennet School please download our application pack. We would like you to be:able to teach Maths at both Key Stages 3 & 4, with A Level an advantage;creative, forward-thinking attitude and unapologetically passionate about your subject;committed to working collaboratively as part of a team and across the school;willing to think creatively and take risks in the classroom;hard-working with excellent organisational skills.How to Apply: The easiest way to apply is by clicking the 'Quick Apply' button. Alternatively, you can download our application form from the 'Vacancies' section of our website and send your completed document to

The school's successes are well documented, but we believe that it is most impressive when seen in action. We welcome enquiries and visits prior to application, so please get in touch with We welcome enquiries and visits prior to application, so please get in touch with Mr G Clegg, Deputy Headteacher for more information.

Deadline: Monday 29 April 2024. We reserve the right to close and shortlist early, therefore early applications are encouraged. Candidates selected for interview will be informed by telephone soon after.

Interview Date: TBC

Kennet School is committed to equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all employees, governors, trainees and volunteers to share in this commitment. We value diverse backgrounds, life experiences and perspectives and have a supportive and inclusive organisational culture. We would like our organisation to be representative of our community and the users of our services and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We seek employees who are keen to contribute to the fuller life of this over-subscribed and ambitious school. Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, and, in line with KCSIE 2023, a social media check will be undertaken to validate details applicants have given to support a job application.

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