Teacher of Maths

The Teacher of Maths role is an exciting addition to the Gloucester academy team.  The Mathematics department is made up of passionate teachers, including one Edexcel examiner (with more in the process of becoming examiners) plus an equally passionate maths HLTA. Improving ourselves as teachers is paramount to the team through weekly PD sessions, subject knowledge enhancements, online courses, and exam conferences. We are always looking to be at the forefront of the latest mathematical pedagogy; this year we ran subject specific PD based on Craig Barton’s “Reflect, Expect, Check, Explain” book. Furthermore, as part of the Greenshaw Learning Trust we are active participants in the GLT Maths Book Club with guest speakers so far including  Doug Lemov, Peter Mattock, Mark Mcourt, David Didau and John Mason.

Gloucester Academy has an exceptional track record of improvement with results last year making us the 11th most improved school in the country. In our latest Ofsted inspection Gloucester Academy achieved Outstanding in Personal Development and Good in every other category putting it above the vast majority of schools in the area.  Our Ofsted result is a testament to the dedication of all staff in the school, the students and the support of the community.  Gloucester Academy is an exceptional and incredibly successful school and is looking for like minded individuals who are committed to making a difference. 

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive, non-selective and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs with remote / hybrid working opportunities where appropriate. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’. 

To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our ‘Why you should work for GLT’ recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.

Resources: 

In each classroom there is a visualiser which the maths team uses during the input part of every lesson. Each student has their own mini whiteboard enabling teachers to assess their class with ease. There are also textbooks for KS3 and KS4 which are used to support student’s learning. 

We use Sparx with our Y7-11s. Students have weekly homework tasks set on these platforms, the tasks are centred around retrieval practice. There are lunchtime drop-in sessions available to support and we also have Sparx Ambassadors who give up their own lunchtime to support other students. 

The team works on and embed the latest mathematical pedagogy into our continually developing shared lesson bank.  Each lesson has been designed with a retrieval segment to start the lesson, the main body of the lesson focuses on I Do, We Do, You Do, with students completing at least 20 minutes of silent independent work (use of GCSE questions is encouraged for all year groups) the end of the lesson has at least two diagnostic questions which students answer using their mini whiteboards. The. The use of live marking in lessons, when permitted, is used, resulting in our students being able to correct mistakes before they become embedded. 

Curriculum: 

Students are examined through Edexcel, and our Schemes of Learning allow for a seamless transition between KS3 and KS4, with topics mapped out from one year to the next. Assessments are completed during the school assessment windows, with time built into the schemes of learning for students to work on their individual gaps of knowledge. All Year 11s attend a weekly period 6, this time is used for exam practice and to support students with essential exam topics.

The duties and responsibilities in this job description are not restrictive and the post holder may be required to undertake any other duties that may be required from time to time. Any such duties should not however substantially change the general character of the post.

Main purpose of the role:

• To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students and to support a designated curriculum area as appropriate. 
• To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a Teacher/Tutor. • To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential. 
• To contribute to raising standards of student attainment. 
• To share and support the school’s responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth.

Qualifications:

• Hold a recognised degree (or equivalent) with a good classification in a relevant subject teaching qualification (QTS)
• Commitment to own self development
• This post is suitable for NQTs
• Ability to teach your subject area up to Key Stage 4.
• Desire to further raise overall achievement in your subject area through promoting the highest standards of teaching and learning.
• A flexible approach to the teaching of your subject that seeks to promote the learning opportunities of all students and to secure the highest possible levels of achievement.
• Demonstrate a commitment to following the school’s principles of teaching, learning and assessment.
• Good discipline/classroom management.
• Commitment to working within the School’s Safeguarding Policy and Procedures.
• Commitment to high standards and expectations. 
• High levels of professional integrity.

What’s in it for you:

• A supportive ethos and concern for the well-being of all colleagues
• Excellent CPD opportunities and career progression
• Employer contributions to Local Government (LGPS) or Teachers Pension Scheme
• Access to Blue Light Card Scheme
• Access to Teacher Art Pass Scheme (teaching staff only)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Gym membership scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme 
• Free eye tests
• Car benefit scheme
• My Health discounts

Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday 15th May 2025.  We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. 

If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.