PURCELL SCHOOL
Location
Bushey, Hertfordshire | United Kingdom
Job description
We are seeking an inspirational teacher capable of delivering the highest standards of teaching and learning through exceptional classroom practice. The successful candidate will join a highly motivated team of academic teachers and will have the benefit of their own teaching room and use of the latest technology in maths education. Successful teachers at The Purcell School are committed, industrious and open to development, not only within the confines of the classroom but within the wider musical and boarding life of the School as well. We seek to appoint teachers who are confident and warm, who possess charisma and who recognise that organisation, open-mindedness, structure, clarity, diligence and a sense of vision are vital ingredients in a successful life as a teacher.
In the maths department we develop strong, positive relationships with students and parents and provide a safe and supportive atmosphere in which all students can make progress through their individual learning journey. We aim to think beyond examination results by making use of mentoring schemes, co-curricular projects, competitions and enrichment days. Our small class sizes and sets enable us to create bespoke pathways for our students with high levels of differentiation that lead to outstanding student outcomes. Mathematics is a popular subject at A Level and experience of teaching A Level is desirable as well as experience of teaching students with EAL and SEN provision.
The maths department has a high profile in the school and our staff work closely together to create new learning opportunities and resources that can be showcased to the rest of the school. As a small team, we can offer a supportive atmosphere that allows each teacher to explore and innovate in a particular area of expertise and there is a strong commitment to continued CPD as an essential way to develop and acquire further skills as a teacher.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS This is a full time, fixed term (1 year) post to start on 1st September 2024. The salary will be based on the School’s salary scale, according to the successful candidate’s experience, with a contributory pension scheme.
Children of staff are not eligible to be educated at the School except through the normal admissions and audition process.
All members of staff are expected to contribute fully to the School’s extra-curricular and/or boarding provision. Lunch can be taken free of charge at School during term time.
The Purcell School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Please download an application form from our website and submit with a supporting statement. CVs will not be accepted.
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