Ks2 Phase Lead and Primary Maths Leader

Job Information

Washwood Heath Academy

Burney Lane

Birmingham

B8 2AS

Telephone Number: 0121 675 7272

Job Start Date: September or earlier if possible

Are you an inspirational and enthusiastic Maths lead, Phase leader or KS2 Teacher looking for a new

challenge? Do you have the teaching skills and personality required to motivate and energise pupils? Are you passionate about the Primary curriculum and helping pupils to achieve their full potential?

Washwood Heath Academy is a relatively new All Through Academy (Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form) in the East of Birmingham. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a newly developed Primary team and contribute to Primary Phase, which seeks to provide a first class education for all of its learners. In order for all pupils to achieve academic excellence, we deliver a knowledge-rich curriculum, following Rosenshine’s Principles. We believe that all pupils are entitled to learn about ‘The best, which has been thought and said’ (Matthew Arnold).

Our school is in a central location, with wonderful and enthusiastic pupils, amazing staff who always go the extra mile for their classes. Our friendly, family feel is part of the reason that parents choose Washwood Heath Academy for their children. We are part of the Washwood Heath Multi Academy Trust, which is a family of local schools located within 15 minutes of one another: 4 Primary schools, 2 Secondary schools and 1 All-through school. This will give you the opportunity to grow and develop professionally with a fantastic Academy Trust that is very supportive and collaborative, with a strong sense of community.

To be part of the next stage of the school’s exciting journey, governors would like to appoint a successful KS2 teacher to lead Maths, and KS2, ensuring they can:
Create an environment across the school where children are engaged with their writing and enjoy reading for pleasure, or are engaged with Maths throughout the curriculum.

Monitor and evaluate the Maths curriculum, analysing data and moderation of assessments.

Mentor and support colleagues through a solid understanding of the curriculum and good pedagogical practices.

Contribute towards the vision for the school and its development plan as part of the MLT as a key stage leader.

KEY PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:
To work in partnership with the Head of Academy and Head of Primary Phase as part of the Middle Leadership Team, in securing high quality Maths teaching and learning across the school. To lead Key Stage 2.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
To fulfil the professional duties as specified in the Teachers Pay and Conditions Document.

To lead Maths.

To lead KS2.

Main requirements:
To be an excellent classroom practitioner

To be able to analyse and interpret data

Experience of teaching in Key Stage 2

Experience of Key stage 2 SATs and moderation

Understanding of multiplication checks

Understanding of EYFS & KS1 statutory tests linked to Maths

Good sense of humour

Committed and enthusiastic

We can offer you:
A welcoming and positive school with children who are respectful and willing to learn.

A school that is fully dedicated to developing every child to reach their potential, irrespective of their ability or starting points.

A supportive and forward thinking Leadership team, consisting of ‘Leaders that know their school very well’ Ofsted 2020.

A supportive and forward thinking Core Team of Directors and Trustees.

A dynamic, dedicated and hard-working team of teachers and support staff who want the best for children.

Confident, friendly and aspirational children who are respectful to everyone.

A commitment to your continued professional growth and wellbeing.

To be a part of the Washwood Heath Multi Academy Trust that provides a full suite of benefits and rewards to support wellbeing including 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, access to wellbeing advice, cycle to work scheme, contribution to glasses for DSE users.

Onsite parking.

A wonderful opportunity to make your own mark

This post is suitable an experienced teacher who is looking for a new challenge.

We value our people and are dedicated to making sure that everybody feels empowered to bring their authentic self to work. We have an outstanding opportunity to work at Washwood Heath Academy as a KS2 Primary Phase Lead in Maths.

How to apply

N.B. CVs will not be accepted

Safeguarding

Teaching

enhanced DBS; Prohibition check; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work.

References

All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references.

Terms and conditions

Rehabilitation of offenders

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

Rehabilitation of Offenders.

Further information

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